PUMPKIN PECAN LOAVES

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Among all my pumpkin bread recipes, this caramel-glazed creation is the pick of the crop. Often, I'll wrap up a lovely loaf as a homemade gift for teachers and Sunday school leaders. -Brenda Jackson, Garden City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 18

3-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup chopped pecans
CARAMEL GLAZE:
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin, oil, eggs and water; mix well. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined; fold in the pecans. , Spoon into 2 greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. , For glaze, combine the butter, sugar, brown sugar and cream in a saucepan. Cook until sugar is dissolved. Cool for 20 minutes. Stir in the confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cooled loaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tressy Agwaro
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin bread, but this recipe changed my mind. The bread is so moist and flavorful, and the pecans add a nice touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ruman Khan
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This is my go-to pumpkin pecan loaf recipe. The bread is always moist and flavorful, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I love that it's also relatively easy to make.


Warrick Jones
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I've made this bread several times, and it's always a hit. The bread is moist and flavorful, and the pecans add a nice touch of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe.


Adison
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This bread was just okay. It wasn't as moist as I expected, and the pecans were a little too crunchy. I probably won't make this again.


Anelze Carelzen
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I was so excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The bread was dry and crumbly, and the pecans were too hard. I won't be making this again.


aissa gaming
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This is the best pumpkin pecan loaf I've ever had! The bread is so moist and flavorful, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Shahzad Gaming
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I made this bread for my family, and they loved it! The bread was so moist and flavorful, and the pecans added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Afzal Khan
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This bread is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the pecans add a nice touch of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe.


Inalegwu Angel
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I love this pumpkin pecan loaf! It's the perfect fall treat. The bread is so moist and flavorful, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I also love that it's relatively easy to make.


Dipak Tandukar
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This was my first time making pumpkin pecan loaf, and it turned out great! The bread was perfectly moist and flavorful, and the pecans added a nice touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Kedibone Mavuso
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I've been making this pumpkin pecan loaf for years, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The bread is so moist and flavorful, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I usually serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.


Chris “Beaker” Good
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This pumpkin pecan loaf is a fall classic that is always a hit with my family and friends. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of pumpkin and pecan flavor. I love that it's also relatively easy to make, so I can always whip it up