Homemade Rustic Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This Homemade Rustic Pumpkin Bread Recipe is a delightful addition to your Thanksgiving table. With its warm spices and moist texture, it’s perfect for enjoying with family and friends during the holiday season.

The recipe is easy to follow and uses simple ingredients, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced bakers. You can enjoy this bread fresh out of the oven or toasted with butter for a comforting treat.

Delicious Pumpkin Bread for Thanksgiving

This rustic pumpkin bread is made with pureed pumpkin, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a hint of sweetness. It takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields 2 loaves, perfect for sharing during Thanksgiving gatherings.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
2 cups canned pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9×5-inch loaf pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.