Best 12 Great Pumpkin Bread Recipes

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Pumpkin bread is a beloved fall treat that fills homes with a warm and inviting aroma. With its moist, tender crumb and sweet, pumpkiny flavor, it's the perfect way to celebrate the season. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner in the kitchen, finding the perfect pumpkin bread recipe can be a delightful culinary adventure. With so many variations available, you can customize your loaf to suit your tastes, whether you prefer a classic recipe or one with unique twists. From simple to decadent, from traditional to innovative, there's a perfect pumpkin bread recipe out there just waiting to be discovered.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

DELICIOUS PUMPKIN BREAD



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Got this recipe from my mom. It is a pretty good recipe, and can be made with canned or fresh pumpkin. One half cup raisins may be substituted for the nuts.

Provided by v monte

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
3 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups solid pack pumpkin puree
⅔ cup water
1 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Grease and flour three 7 x 3 inch pans. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Measure flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and spices into a large bowl. Stir to blend. Add pumpkin, water, vegetable oil, eggs, and nuts. Beat until well combined. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake for approximately 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 311.5 mg, Sugar 25.9 g

THE BEST PUMPKIN BREAD



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This is my go-to pumpkin bread and I always get rave reviews. It's quick and easy to make and wonderfully moist. Plus you'll end up with 3 loaves! Perfect for entertaining or to freeze one for later use. Don't skip the sifting of the dry ingredients--it really adds to the texture.

Provided by Syd

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
⅔ cup water
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda, sifted
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 7x3-inch loaf pans.
  • Mix together pumpkin puree, sugar, oil, water, eggs, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until well blended. Whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and ginger in a second bowl. Sift flour mixture on top of the pumpkin mixture and fold in with a spatula until just blended. Pour into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until nicely browned on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 305.3 mg, Sugar 17.4 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.

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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For a low-fat treat, bake a healthy loaf of Alton Brown's Pumpkin Bread recipe, made with fresh shredded pumpkin, pumpkin seeds and cinnamon.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 1 loaf or 1 1/2 dozen small muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups shredded fresh pumpkin
1 cup toasted pumpkin seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Sift the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla. Combine both mixtures and fold in the shredded pumpkin and pumpkin seeds. Once the ingredients are all incorporated pour into a non- stick 9 by 5 by 3-inch loaf pan. If your pan is not non- stick coat it with butter and flour.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes. At this point a knife inserted into the middle of the loaf should come out clean. Cool for 15 minutes and turn out onto a cooling rack. Cool completely. For muffins temperature should also be 325 degrees F., but bake for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 35 milligrams, Sodium 154 milligrams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 12 grams

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

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

WORLD'S BEST PUMPKIN BREAD EVER



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This is a great pumpkin bread/cake recipe. It makes three "loaves." If you're looking for a savory bread with undertones of pumpkin, you're in the wrong place--this recipe has a relatively rich and wonderfully moist and sweet consistency. This recipe can easily can be used for a pumpkin bundt cake as well. This bread/cake does not need a glaze to stay moist, so if you insist on glazing it, only add glaze (perhaps as a dip or drizzle) as you eat it so you don't exceed the liquid capacity of the batter and cause it to fall apart. Refrigerate if not consumed within the first 1-3 days (depending on the temperature/humidity in your home). A close friend's mother's recipe (mad props Sarah H.)! Edits to description December 27, 2012. No changes made to ingredients or directions.

Provided by YoungCake

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 3 loaves, 16-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 cup oil
1 (16 ounce) can pumpkin
2/3 cup water
2 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon clove
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon allspice

Steps:

  • Stir together sugar, oil, and eggs. Add pumpkin and water. Stir in dry ingredients. Blend well. Pour into 3 greased and floured loaf pans (8" x 4").
  • Bake at 350° for 1 hour, or until toothpick/knife inserted in center of loaf comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.6, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 467.4, Carbohydrate 54.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 38, Protein 3.9

EASY PUMPKIN BREAD



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A friend of mine graciously shared her "secret recipe" for this bread with me. It's become such a family favorite that I'm not allowed to enter my family's get-togethers without this bread in hand!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
3 cups sugar
3 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons each ground cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Combine dry ingredients; gradually stir into creamed mixture just until moistened. Beat in pumpkin. , Transfer to two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GREAT PUMPKIN BREAD



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There are quite a few recipes out there for pumpkin bread but this is the one I have used for over 15 years. It is just a little bit different from all the others, but quite moist and full of spicey flavor. I love it just plain but you can dress it up for guests - slice bread thinly, spread with a mixture of softened cream cheese & orange mrmalade, then put another thin slice on top. Cut each "sandwich" in half and serve. Very delicious! I also use this recipe to make "mini" loaves for gift baskets. For small loaf pans, fill each about 2/3 full before baking and adjust your baking time.

Provided by Susie in Texas

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup vegetable oil, plus
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 (16 ounce) can pumpkin
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon clove
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans or 1 cup walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Grease or spray with non-stick cooking spray; 2 9x5x3 inch loaf pans.
  • Blend together oil, sugar, eggs and vanilla.
  • Add pumpkin and mix until smooth.
  • Mix dry ingredients together, in a separate bowl.
  • Add dry ingredients to pumpkin mixture and combine until incorporated.
  • Add chopped nuts last (if using).
  • Divide mixture between the two loaf pans.
  • Bake for approximately 1 hour or until loaves test done.

PUMPKIN BREAD - THE BEST I'VE EVER TASTED!



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When my son was in "Delightful Day" pre-school (he's 14 now) they had a Thanksgiving Day Feast. They served this recipe. However, instead of baking it into loaves they made mini muffins.To date, this is by far the best pumpkin bread/muffin I have ever had. Very easy to make and soooo moist! Such a pleasure to pass this along to everyone at this wonderful site! Enjoy! PS - This freezes great! Get a jump on holiday cooking!

Provided by tree luee dee

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 1/2 cups flour
3 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons allspice (optional)
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup water
1 cup oil
2 cups pumpkin
4 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Mix wet ingredients in another large bowl at low speed by mixer or by hand.
  • Make well in dry ingredients (a large indentation in center).
  • Add wet ingredients to well and fold in until thoroughly moistened.
  • Add nuts and raisins, folding to distribute evenly.
  • Do not overmix.
  • Bake in 3 greased and floured loaf pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minute.
  • Freezes great!
  • Can also be made into muffins.
  • Adjust cooking time as necessary.
  • Tip: I've found that baking in"dark" aluminum pans tends to burn easily on outside.
  • I use light colored aluminum pans.
  • They reflect the heat better.

GRANDMA'S PUMPKIN BREAD



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The aroma of pumpkin bread baking never fails to whet the appetite. This classic recipe is tender, moist and perfectly spiced and creates a sugary crust around the edges.-Kathleene Baker, Plano, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup shortening
2-2/3 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
2/3 cup water
3-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, pumpkin and water (mixture will appear curdled). Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture until blended. Stir in nuts. , Transfer to two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes 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 179 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right pumpkin. Sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins are best for baking because they have a sweet, mild flavor and a smooth texture. Avoid using carving pumpkins, as they are stringy and watery.
  • Roast the pumpkin yourself. Roasting the pumpkin brings out its natural sweetness and flavor. To roast a pumpkin, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the pumpkin in half, remove the seeds, and place the halves cut-side down on a baking sheet. Roast for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the pumpkin is tender. Once the pumpkin is cool enough to handle, scoop out the flesh and mash it until smooth.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing it. This will help the bread to hold its shape and prevent it from crumbling.
  • Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the bread for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin bread is a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a pumpkin bread that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a baked good to make, give pumpkin bread a try. You won't be disappointed.

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