Best 6 Forests Pumpkin Bread Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect "forest pumpkin bread," a tantalizing treat that captures the essence of autumn's bounty. With its warm, inviting spices and the subtle sweetness of pumpkin, this bread promises to be a delightful addition to any gathering, whether it's a cozy family breakfast, a festive holiday brunch, or a simple afternoon snack. As you explore our carefully curated collection of recipes, you'll discover variations that cater to different dietary preferences, from gluten-free and vegan options to decadent incarnations that are sure to satisfy every craving.

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

PUMPKIN BREAD



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I keep my freezer stocked for our harvest crew with home-baked goodies like this deliciously spicy, easy pumpkin bread recipe. -Joyce Jackson, Bridgetown, Nova Scotia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup raisins, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first 8 ingredients. Whisk together eggs, pumpkin, oil and water; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts and, if desired, raisins. , Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 65-70 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PUMPKIN BREAD



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This bread actually tastes better after being frozen. I make a dozen batches in September and give them as Christmas gifts.

Provided by SUE CASE

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
3 cups white sugar
1 cup canola oil
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups solid pack pumpkin puree
⅔ cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two loaf pans.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, baking powder, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon and cloves.
  • In a large bowl with an electric mixer, blend sugar, oil and eggs. Stir in pumpkin. Slowly blend the flour mixture into pumpkin mixture. While blending the mixture add water incrementally. Pour the batter into two prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 90 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49.1 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 450.1 mg, Sugar 31 g

THE BEST PUMPKIN BREAD



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This pumpkin bread is perfectly moist, not-too-sweet and couldn't be easier. It's perfect for toasting and slathering with butter or cream cheese, and maybe a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 14

Unsalted butter, for the pans
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for the pan (see Cook's Note)
3 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
One 15-ounce can pure pumpkin puree
2 teaspoons fine salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and flour two 9-by-5-inch loaf pans.
  • Whisk together the sugar and oil in a large bowl until well combined. Whisk in the eggs and pumpkin until combined.
  • Combine the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon and cloves in a medium bowl and whisk until well combined. Add half the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture and stir to combine. Add half the water and stir to combine. Repeat with the remaining flour and water.
  • Divide the batter between the prepared loaf pans. Bake until cake tester comes out clean and the loaves are golden brown, about 1 hour. Let the loaves cool in the pans on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove from the pans and let cool completely, about 1 hour.

SPICED PUMPKIN BREAD



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A pumpkin loaf spiced with cinnamon, ground cloves, and nutmeg. I came up with this recipe after many failed attempts at pumpkin loaf. I adapted a favorite banana loaf recipe and this was the result. Yum! This recipe yields 3 loaves. Stock your freezer!

Provided by KellieTheBaker

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup butter, melted
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups pumpkin puree
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix white sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter together in a large bowl. Stir in eggs and vanilla extract; mix in pumpkin until thoroughly combined.
  • Whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, cloves, and salt together in a separate bowl. Mix flour mixture into pumpkin mixture until incorporated. Pour batter into three 5x9-inch loaf pans. Smooth batter evenly in each pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the middle of each loaf comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 393.6 mg, Sugar 22.6 g

FRESH PUMPKIN BREAD



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A moist and delicious alternative to cake, made with healthy, fresh pumpkin. Canned pumpkin fills the key ingredient, but fresh is much better tasting! I always omit the nuts.

Provided by Stacia Hayes

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup sugar or 3/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1/2 cup brown sugar or 1/2 cup Splenda brown sugar blend, packed
1 cup cooked pumpkin, mashed or 1 cup canned pumpkin
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup oil
2 eggs
1/4 cup water
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Spray standard size loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine sugars, pumpkin, oil, vanilla extract, water, and eggs.
  • Sift together dry ingredients. Slowly add to pumpkin mixture and mix well.
  • Pour into prepared baking dish.
  • Bake at 350°F for 1 hour 15 minutes.
  • •Options:.
  • BUNDT: Double recipe. (My personal preference.) Drizzle with a 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, and 1/2 cup butter glaze. Melt sugar in butter. Add nuts and drizzle over top of cooled bundt bread.
  • MUFFINS: Recipe makes 18 muffins. Reduce baking time to 35 minutes.
  • Freezable for a quick, healthy alternative for dessert.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.9, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 37.2, Sodium 260.7, Carbohydrate 46.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 26.2, Protein 4

BLACK FOREST PUMPKIN BREAD



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Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup vegetable oil
3 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cloves ground
1 teaspoon nutmeg ground
1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
2/3 cup hot water
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 cups pumpkins puréed or squash
3 1/2 cups flour
1 cup pecans chopped (optional)
1/2 teaspoon ginger grated fresh root (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350° F. In a large bowl, combine oil and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in salt, cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Blend 2/3 cup hot water into baking soda stir into batter. Add pumpkin or squash and flour. Fold in optional nuts and ginger root. Bake in 3 greased and floured 1-pound coffee cans for 1 hour or until tests done.Note: Use the pumpkin from your jack-o-lantern or some squash from your garden to make this delightful bread. Great with cream cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh pumpkin purée gives the bread a moist and flavorful texture. If you don't have fresh pumpkin purée, you can use canned pumpkin purée. Just make sure to drain the excess liquid before using.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough and dense bread. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the bread cool completely before frosting: This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Conclusion:

With its moist and flavorful texture, sweet and spicy notes, and creamy frosting, this pumpkin bread is the perfect fall dessert. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat to share with friends and family, or a cozy snack to enjoy on a chilly autumn day, this pumpkin bread is sure to please.

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