Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
- 1 teaspoon (3g) ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon (1g) salt
- 1 cup (240ml) pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Very Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add the pumpkin puree, sugar, milk, vegetable oil, and eggs to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per slice (based on 8 slices)
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and moist crumb
- Rich pumpkin flavor
- Warm and comforting spices
- Perfect for holiday gatherings
User Comments:
- "This bread is so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. It's so moist and flavorful."
- "I love the combination of pumpkin and spices. It's a great fall treat."
- "This bread was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved it!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a sweeter bread, add an extra 1/4 cup (50g) of sugar.
- To make the bread dairy-free, use almond milk or soy milk instead of regular milk.
- If you don't have a loaf pan, you can bake the bread in a 9-inch (23 cm) square baking dish. It may take a few minutes longer to bake.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing it to ensure a clean cut.
