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Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe: My Mother’s Heartwarming Delight

Best Pumpkin bread recipe : My Mother's Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This delightful pumpkin bread recipe, passed down through generations, is the perfect blend of spices and pumpkin that will warm your heart and home.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
  4. Stir in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract into the wet mixture.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped walnuts, if using.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For an extra touch, spread cream cheese frosting on top once cooled.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.

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