Pumpkin Bread and Muffins

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 box (18.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
• 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

50-60 minutes for bread, 25-30 minutes for muffins

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or muffin tins.
3. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
4. Fold in walnuts and raisins, if desired.
5. Pour batter into prepared pan(s).
6. Bake for 50-60 minutes for bread, or 25-30 minutes for muffins, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutritional Information:

Per slice (bread) or muffin:

• Calories: 220
• Fat: 10 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Protein: 4 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and fluffy
• Rich pumpkin flavor
• Warm and comforting
• Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or desserts

User Comments:

• "This pumpkin bread is absolutely delicious! It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing."
• "I made these muffins for my family and they loved them. They're so fluffy and moist."
• "This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make sure the bread or muffins are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, they are done.
• If you don't have a loaf pan, you can bake the batter in a greased and floured baking dish.
• For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free cake mix.