The Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe
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4.4
The Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe
Description
This pumpkin bread recipe uses white whole wheat flour to create a dense but tender crumb. Pumpkin puree contributes moisture and a subtle earthiness, balanced by the warm spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves—that infuse the bread with a classic autumn flavor. Greek yogurt adds tanginess and softens the texture, while maple syrup offers natural sweetness and depth.
Baking at 350°F allows the bread to develop a cracked, brown top crust while the interior remains moist. Mixing just until moistened prevents toughness from overworked gluten. The loaf slices well and holds together for spreading or eating plain.
This bread is suitable for serving at breakfast or with tea and coffee during cooler months, bringing a cozy, spiced element to the table. Adding mix-ins like toasted nuts or chocolate chips is optional and provides texture variation.
The notes suggest substituting pumpkin pie spice for the individual spices for convenience. The bread should cool fully before slicing to preserve its shape and texture.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white whole wheat flour I recommend Bob's Red Mill Ivory Wheat
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon cloves ground
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 egg
- ¼ cup yogurt plain, Greek
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil melted; or melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8" x 4" loaf pan with parchment paper, set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: the flour, soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- Add the wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, eggs, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and coconut oil or butter. Stir until just moistened—do not overmix or the bread will be tough. The mixture should be thick.
- Spread into the prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the top is brown and cracked, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out cleanly.
- Let cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- You may replace cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves with 1 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice for simplicity.
- Adding ½ cup walnuts, chocolate chips, or pecans enhances texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 218mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.4
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