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Moist Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This moist and flavorful pumpkin bread is perfect for fall mornings 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: Breakfast, Snack
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
Optional Nuts
  • 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. Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  4. Combine dry and wet ingredients; fold in nuts if using.
  5. Pour batter into pan and bake for 60-70 minutes. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.