Best 9 Best Pumpkin Walnut Bread Recipes

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Are you searching for a sweet and nutty treat that is perfect for fall gatherings or cozy evenings at home? Look no further than the delectable pumpkin walnut bread. This classic recipe combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with the crunchiness of walnuts, resulting in a moist, flavorful loaf that will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your friends and family. With a variety of easy-to-follow recipes available, you can find the perfect one to match your taste and skill level. Whether you prefer a simple and straightforward recipe or one with a few extra bells and whistles, you are sure to find the best pumpkin walnut bread recipe that will become a staple in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUPER MOIST PUMPKIN BREAD



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This is an incredible bread. Its moistness comes from the addition of an unusual ingredient: coconut milk! Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Kevin Ryan

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups packed dark brown sugar
⅔ cup white sugar
2 cups pumpkin puree
1 cup vegetable oil
⅔ cup coconut milk
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
⅔ cup flaked coconut
1 cup toasted walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8x4 inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, white sugar, pumpkin puree, oil, coconut milk, baking soda, salt, ground nutmeg and ground cinnamon. Mix until all of the flour is gone. Fold in the nuts and flaked coconut. Pour batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and cover loaves with foil tightly. Allow to steam for 10 minutes. Remove foil and turn out onto a cooling rack. Tent lightly with the foil and allow to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 257.4 mg, Sugar 29.4 g

NEW ENGLAND PUMPKIN-WALNUT BREAD



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Pumpkin bread is for chilly mornings when you long for some homestyle New England food. Serve slices with a warm and soothing beverage. -Kimberly Forni, Laconia, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 loaves (16 pieces each).

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
BREAD:
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
4 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup canola oil
2/3 cup water
2 cups sugar
1 cup honey
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, combine oats, sugar and cinnamon; cook and stir over medium heat 4-6 minutes or until oats are toasted. Remove from heat. , For bread, in a large bowl, beat pumpkin, eggs, oil, water, sugar, honey and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt and spices; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture. Fold in walnuts., Transfer to 2 greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Sprinkle tops with oat mixture., Bake 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PUMPKIN-WALNUT BREAD



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I got this recipe from a coworker years ago at a company potluck. It's "goof-proof;" even kids can make it. Add fresh strawberries and whipped cream for a great summer dessert! I give these as gifts at Christmas too... Just add a bow and "Voila!"

Provided by Dee Reilman

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups unsifted all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup pumpkin puree
½ cup vegetable oil
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, and ginger in a large bowl. Make a well in the center; add pumpkin, oil, and eggs. Stir well. Fold in walnuts.
  • Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 322 mg, Sugar 26.1 g

PUMPKIN WALNUT BREAD



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You will fall in love with this ultimate pumpkin bread recipe loaded with California walnuts, aromatic fall spices and a crunchy sugar crust.

Provided by Le Petit Chef

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 cup chopped California walnuts
1 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 eggs
Top with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan and coat with flour.
  • Whisk together flour, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, salt, baking soda and nutmeg in a large. Add walnuts and toss to coat.
  • Whisk together pumpkin puree, oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla and eggs in a medium bowl until smooth.
  • Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened, being careful not to over mix.
  • Spread batter in prepared pan and sprinkle sugar evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 65 to 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before removing from pan and slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 cal, SaturatedFat 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 8.296 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Carbohydrate 50 g, Sugar 31 g, Protein 6 g

WALNUT PUMPKIN BREAD



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Easy pumpkin bread recipe featuring heart healthy California walnuts that is extra moist thanks to the inclusion of tangy vanilla yogurt.

Provided by Gavin Schmidt

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
1 1/3 cups sugar
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon each: baking powder and baking soda
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 (6-ounce) container vanilla yogurt
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 eggs
3/4 cup chopped California walnuts, divided (Optional: Try pre-packaged glazed walnuts for a sweeter version.)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly butter a 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan. Stir together all dry ingredients in a medium bowl. Whisk together pumpkin, yogurt, oil, extract and eggs in a medium bowl. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until dry ingredients are incorporated.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup walnuts and spoon into prepared pan; sprinkle with reserved walnuts. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before removing from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 cal, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Carbohydrate 67 g, Protein 8 g

PUMPKIN - WALNUT BREAD



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A fairly quick bread that uses a the creaming method for a lighter texture. Not cake-like, but not as dense as some quick breads. Can be served with a simple glaze or Recipe #73474.

Provided by Steve_G

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 cups packed dark brown sugar (250 gms)
1/2 cup butter, softened (114 gms)
2 large eggs (100 gms)
1 (15 ounce) can canned pumpkin (425 gms)
1/2 cup half-and-half (236 gms) or 1/2 cup milk (236 gms)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (350 gms)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 -2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, to taste
1 cup chopped walnuts (120 gms) (optional)
1/2 cup raisins (optional) or 1/2 cup chopped dates (optional)
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional) or 1/2 cup cinnamon baking chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Move your oven rack so that the top of the loaf will be in the center of the oven.
  • Heat the oven to 325ºF.
  • Grease a large loaf pan with with shortening.
  • Line with parchment if desired.
  • Cream sugar and butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Stir in eggs until blended and smooth. Add pumpkin, milk, and vanilla.
  • Beat until smooth.
  • Mix remaining dry ingredients in ziplock bag and gently combine with pumpkin mix. Stir in nuts and/or raisins/chips. Pour into pan and bake for 75- 90 minutes (until wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean).
  • Start testing after an hour.
  • Cool 5 minutes on wire rack still in pan.
  • Then remove from pan and place top side up.
  • Cool completely before slicing.
  • Can be served with a simple glaze or White Chocolate Cream Cheese Buttercream (#73474). Wrap tightly and store a room temperature for 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 59.3, Sodium 519.5, Carbohydrate 45.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 23.5, Protein 4.5

BEST EVER MOIST PUMPKIN BREAD



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This incredibly moist and easy pumpkin bread is packed with pumpkin flavor and fragrant autumn spices.

Provided by Lily Ernst

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
2 tsp (5g) pumpkin pie spice (or 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ginger, 1/2 tsp nutmeg)
1 tsp (5g) baking soda
1/2 tsp (2.5g) salt
1&1/2 cup (375g) canned pumpkin puree
1/2 cup (125ml) vegetable oil
1&1/2 cup (300g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F and grease a 9×5″ loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined.
  • Spoon into prepared baking pan and bake for 45-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs and the top springs back when lightly touched.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Sugar 26.1 g, Sodium 266.1 mg, Fat 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 43.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.6 g, Cholesterol 35.7 mg

OLD-FASHIONED PUMPKIN NUT LOAF BREAD



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As fall is fast approaching I have been digging through my recipes for things of a fall and winter nature. This is a good one! I have never had it fail and it always tastes wonderful. I believe this came from NESTLE's site

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 350°F Grease 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
  • Combine flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, salt and baking soda in medium bowl. Blend pumpkin, granulated sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, egg, egg white and oil in large mixer bowl. Add flour mixture; mix just until moistened. Pour into prepared loaf pan; sprinkle with nuts.
  • Bake for 60 to 65 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes; remove to wire rack to cool completely.

PUMPKIN NUT BREAD



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Classic fall flavors of pumpkin and pecans make this from-scratch bread perfect for the season. It's delicious when still warm from the oven, but it makes for a nice gift, too. Connie Thomas - Jensen, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup fat-free milk
4 large egg whites
1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
3-1/3 cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the pumpkin, sugar, milk, egg whites, oil and applesauce until well blended. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, allspice and salt; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture until blended. Stir in pecans., Transfer to two 9x5-in. loaf pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right pumpkin: Use a sugar pumpkin or a pie pumpkin, as they have a sweeter flavor and denser texture than other varieties.
  • Roast the pumpkin yourself: Roasting the pumpkin brings out its natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Use fresh walnuts: Fresh walnuts have a better flavor and texture than pre-packaged walnuts.
  • Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts enhances their flavor and makes them more fragrant.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense bread.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This ensures that the bread is cooked through.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing: This allows the flavors to meld and the bread to set.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin walnut bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. It is also a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. With its moist texture, sweet flavor, and nutty crunch, pumpkin walnut bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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