During the holiday season, nothing fills the kitchen with more warmth and comfort than the sweet, nutty aroma of pumpkin nut bread. Whether you prefer a moist and dense loaf or a light and fluffy one, no holiday gathering is complete without a slice of pumpkin bread adorned with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, a dollop of whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Whether, you plan to serve your pumpkin nut bread fresh from the oven after dinner or as a sweet treat at your holiday dessert party, this article will help you find the perfect recipe for a delicious holiday pumpkin nut bread that will impress your friends and family.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
HOLIDAY RAISIN NUT PUMPKIN BREAD
Take the traditional pumpkin bread recipe and add some kick to it by throwing in some raisins and nuts. Similar to banana bread but with pumpkin. Great for the holidays and potluck parties!
Provided by Hopkins82
Categories Breads
Time 1h10m
Yield 3 loaves, 45-60 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease loaf pans (can make in bundt pans but need to adjust timing). Mix oil, sugar, and eggs together in a large bowl. Mix in pumpkin puree. Stir together flour, soda, baking powder, salt, and spices. Add to pumpkin mixture and mix until just combined. Fold in nuts and raisins and spread evenly into desired baking pan. Depending on oven, bake for 45 minutes-1 hour or until done. Set aside to cool on wire racks before slicing.
HOLIDAY PUMPKIN NUT BREAD
My son starts asking for this pumpkin bread before Thanksgiving. I make 2 or 3 batches every week between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Closer to Christmas I make tons for friends, neighbors and my hubbys golf buddys!!! This is probably my favorite thing to make for the Christmas holidays. Tie it with red and green ribbon and it makes a sweet gift.
Provided by Carols Kitchen
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h20m
Yield 3 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cream butter and sugar.
- Gradually beat in the eggs.
- Mix in pumpkin and vanilla.
- In separate bowl, sift together the flour, salt, soda, baking powder and spices.
- Blend with the pumpkin mixture.
- Add the pecans.
- Grease and lightly flour 3 (8.4 x 4.4) loaf pans. (I use reusable aluminum pans).
- Spoon in the batter and bake for 50-55 minutes.
- Check doneness with toothpick. Do not overcook!
- Remove from pan, wrap and seal with plastic wrap while hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2146.9, Fat 94.2, SaturatedFat 43.1, Cholesterol 374.2, Sodium 2215.3, Carbohydrate 312.5, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 204.4, Protein 24.8
Tips:
- Use Fresh Pumpkin: Using fresh pumpkin puree, not canned, gives the bread a more vibrant flavor and texture. To make homemade pumpkin puree, roast a pumpkin until tender, then scoop out the flesh and blend until smooth.
- Season the Bread Well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of spices to the bread, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. This will give it a warm, autumnal flavor.
- Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined, then stop.
- Bake the Bread Until a Toothpick Inserted in the Center Comes Out Clean: This is the best way to ensure that the bread is cooked through.
- Let the Bread Cool Completely Before Slicing: This will help the bread to hold its shape and prevent it from crumbling.
Conclusion:
Pumpkin Nut Bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for fall. With its moist texture, warm spices, and crunchy nuts, it's a bread that everyone will enjoy. Whether you're serving it for breakfast, lunch, or a snack, Pumpkin Nut Bread is sure to be a hit.
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