Pumpkin Loaf

Pumpkin Loaf Recipe / Traditional

Amazing Pumpkin Loaf

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ginger
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (180ml) vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ¼ cups (300g) pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup (60ml) milk or cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

(Optional Add-ins: ½ cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips)

BAKING INSTRUCTIONS

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan (9x5-inch) with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
  • In another bowl, combine wet ingredients: brown sugar, white sugar, oil, eggs, pumpkin puree, milk, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
  • Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined (do not overmix).
  • Fold in any optional add-ins.
  • Pour batter into loaf pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestion

  • Serve warm with butter or cream cheese spread.
  • Drizzle with maple glaze or dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
  • Perfect with coffee, tea, or a pumpkin spice latte! ☕️

ENJOY

 Recipe / Pumpkin Loaf