Pumpkin Bread

This classic Pumpkin Bread recipe is moist, tender, and packed with warm fall spices—just like the one Mom used to make! It’s an easy recipe that makes two flavorful loaves, perfect for enjoying now and freezing for later.

There’s something about the smell of pumpkin in the fall that is so comforting.The best way to make your house smell this way is by baking a delicious loaf of pumpkin bread! Well, actually this recipe makes two loaves, so you can either share it with a friend, eat two loaves or freeze one of them!

This recipe was my grandma’s and I stole it out of my mom’s recipe cards. Don’t worry, I copied it and left her a copy! Another one of her recipes I’m always sure to make is Zucchini Bread.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• This easy pumpkin bread recipe only requires one bowl so clean up is a breeze.
• Makes two loaves so you can enjoy one and share one or freeze the second loaf.
• Tender, moist and delicious pumpkin loaf with the perfect amount of spice.

Ingredients For Pumpkin Bread

• Flour – Use all-purpose flour for this bread.
• Sugar – We use plain old granulated white sugar.
• Baking soda – This is the rising agent for this yummy bread.
• Salt – Balances the sweetness of this pumpkin bread.
• Cinnamon and nutmeg – These warm spices really enhance the pumpkin flavor.
• Pumpkin puree – Make sure you grab the pumpkin puree in the can not pumpkin pie filling.
• Vegetable oil – Adds moisture and lightens up the crumb. You can also use canola oil, avocado oil or melted, unsalted butter.
• Eggs – Large eggs will bind the bread so it stays together.

How To Make Pumpkin Bread

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin, oil, eggs and water. Add in dry ingredients and mix until combined.
2. Divide batter evenly between prepared loaf pans.
3. Place loaf pans in preheated oven and bake 60-65 minutes. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes before removing from pan. Allow to completely cool on wire rack.

Storage

Cover your pumpkin bread with plastic wrap or place in a plastic bag once it is completely cool to prevent it from drying out. Pumpkin bread will last 1-2 days at room temperature.

Fridge: Store pumpkin bread in a ziptop bag for up to 1 week.

Freezer: Wrap cooled bread tightly with aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap and then place in a heavy duty freezer bag. You can store it in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or for 30 minutes on the counter before eating.

How Can I Tell When Pumpkin Bread Is Done?

You’ll want to look for the bread to start pulling away from the pan. Another way to test if quick bread is done is to use a toothpick and insert it in the middle of the bread loaf. It should come out with just a few moist crumbs clinging to it.

You could also use an instant read thermometer to test the internal temperature, which should be 190 degrees Fahrenheit.

Why Didn’t My Pumpkin Bread Rise?

If you overfill your loaf pan it may not rise because as the batter reaches the top of the pan, it still needs to rise and then collapses.

Another reason could be that your baking soda is stale. Check your expiration date before baking.

Pumpkin bread will quickly become your new go-to baked loaf this fall season. You’ll have plenty to share since this recipe makes two loaves, or freeze one for yourself for another time!

How To Serve Pumpkin Bread

Whether this bread is served as part of breakfast or a midday snack, you’re going to want to pour yourself a nice comforting cup of coffee or tea to go with it.

If your pumpkin bread is part of a breakfast spread, I recommend serving Ham and Egg Cheese Muffins and Cinnamon Roll Waffles. Egg In A Hole is also a great one to whip up in the morning to get everyone ready for the day.

More Great Pumpkin Recipes

• If you still have zucchini to use up from the garden, you will love the combo of pumpkin and zucchini in this quick Pumpkin Zucchini Bread. My favorite part is the cinnamon swirl in the middle!
• Light, fluffy Pumpkin Donuts are rolled in cinnamon sugar, the best way to enjoy a donut! Plus they are ready in 30 minutes.
• For rich dessert lovers, Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are the perfect choice. This bar is easy to put together and serve a crowd and the unique spiced graham crumb crust screams fall!
• A twist on a classic cinnamon roll, Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are fluffy and flavorful with a cinnamon swirl and covered in rich cream cheese frosting. This is a great recipe for baking beginners and pros alike!