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A slice of moist pumpkin bread with a soft texture and golden color, set on a wooden countertop.

Moist Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This moist and flavorful pumpkin bread is perfect for fall or anytime you crave a cozy treat. Easy to make and deliciously spiced.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet ingredients
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
Dry ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mix pumpkin, oil, applesauce, sugars, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  4. Fold in nuts if using, then pour batter into pan.
  5. Bake for 60-70 minutes; cool before slicing.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract.