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The Best Pumpkin Loaf

Last updated on June 29, 2019. Originally posted on August 24, 2018 by Lalaine. 26 Comments

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Pumpkin Loaf is moist. tender and loaded with pumpkin flavor. It’s a delicious baked treat for breakfast or anytime snack and perfect for holiday gift-giving!

This pumpkin loaf is the perfect fall treat. It's delicious for breakfast or a snack.
Pumpkin Loaf

A previous co-worker of mine brought this pumpkin loaf to work a few years ago and gave me a couple of slices to try. Folks, it was the best pumpkin bread I’ve had in a long while! Heck, it was the best bread I’ve ever had, period!

Soft, moist and with deep pumpkin flavor, it was truly an amazing Fall treat!

Yummy slices of moist pumpkin bread are a perfect autumn treat.

I was lucky to wrangle the recipe from her and I’ve made it many times since that first delectable bite. With wonderful notes of cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg, it always made the house smell so heavenly!

This pumpkin bread loaf is so quick and simple to make, you can easily bake up a few batches to enjoy throughout the day or to give out as holiday gifts. Nothing beats a warm, delicious piece of pumpkin bread and a piping hot cup of cocoa to cozy up on cool Autumn mornings.

Pumpkin spice flavors make this easy pumpkin loaf a fall favorite that's perfect for sharing.

How to Make Pumpkin Puree

I use canned pumpkin puree for convenience’s but feel free to swap homemade for unbeatable flavor.

  • Cut the stem part and discard. Split the pumpkin in half from top to bottom and scoop out the seeds and fibers.
  • Place the pumpkin halves flesh side down on a baking sheet and roast in a 350 F oven for about 40 to 45 minutes or until fork tender.
  • Using a large spoon, scoop out flesh from the skins. Transfer pumpkin in a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
  • Use as directed in this bread loaf and freeze the remaining puree in resealable bags for other pumpkin recipes (may I sugges this no-churn pumpkin ice cream and these pumpkin cream cheese muffins?)

Watch the Video and See How Easy it is to Make

pumpkin loaf slices on a serving plate
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Pumpkin Loaf

4.5 from 4 votes
Pumpkin Loaf is moist. tender and loaded with pumpkin flavor. It's a delicious baked treat for breakfast or anytime snack and perfect for holiday gift-giving!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time1 hr
Total Time1 hr 10 mins
Course: Baked Goods
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pumpkin bread, pumpkin loaf
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 290kcal
Author: Lalaine

Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter, optional

Instructions

  • Grease a loaf pan and set aside.
  • In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. Stir until well-dispersed.
  • In a large bowl, combine brown sugar and shortening. Using a hand mixer, cream together until smooth and fluffy. 
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Add pumpkin and milk to egg mixture. Stir until combined.
  • Add flour mixture to pumpkin mixture and stir until just smooth. 
  • Pour into prepared loaf pan and bake in a 350 F oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven and brush top with butter, if desired. Allow to slightly cool and remove from pan. Slice into serving pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 109g | Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 45.3g | Protein: 5.2g | Fat: 10.2g | Saturated Fat: 3.1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 1.8g | Sugar: 19.1g | Vitamin A: 4800IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2.3mg
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pumpkin loaf slices on a serving plate
pumpkin loaf slices on a serving plate
Pumpkin Loaf on a serving platter
Pumpkin Loaf on a serving platter

 

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Comments

  1. Erika Garcia says

    August 27, 2018 at 6:49 pm

    5 stars
    Looks Delicious!!! I really wanna try making that Pumpkin Bread!!! 😋😋

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      August 27, 2018 at 8:55 pm

      You need to try it, so easy to make 🙂

      Reply
  2. Amanda Mason says

    November 27, 2016 at 8:32 pm

    5 stars
    Yummy! Looks fantastic!! I love a good pumpkin bread recipe!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      November 27, 2016 at 11:46 pm

      Yes, it’s so good and just perfect with a cup of tea or hot chocolate. I hope you give it a try 🙂

      Reply
  3. anne says

    November 27, 2016 at 2:43 pm

    Yum! Pumpkin bread.

    Reply
  4. Kristyn says

    November 26, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    This pumpkin bread looks amazing. I bet the kitchen smells divine while you are cooking this. Yum!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      November 27, 2016 at 11:49 pm

      Can’t beat the smell of freshly baked bread in the house. So inviting 🙂

      Reply
  5. Michelle Ferrand says

    November 25, 2016 at 1:17 am

    Pumpkin bread is one of my favorite things to make during the cold months. Your recipe looks great!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      November 27, 2016 at 11:47 pm

      Thank you, Michelle. Pumpkin bread is my also favorite Fall indulgence. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Leigh Anne Borders says

    September 25, 2016 at 10:59 am

    I would love to make some of this. I just love pumpkin in the Fall!

    Reply
  7. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says

    September 19, 2016 at 3:25 am

    This looks fluffy and delicious! Of course, the former depends on how you make it but yeah, I feel like ‘falling” for it when I look at it!

    Reply
  8. Glenda says

    September 17, 2016 at 4:31 pm

    I so love baking foods. This pumpkin loaf looks so tasty.

    Reply
  9. Shannon Peterson says

    September 16, 2016 at 11:12 am

    Tis the season for pumpkin! I love everything pumpkin flavored!

    Reply
  10. tauyanm says

    September 15, 2016 at 10:50 am

    mmmmh… pumpkin! my whole family loves pumpkin being a mum I tried my best to incorporate or mix anything i cook or bake with veggies hhaa this sounds yummy after school snack!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      October 8, 2016 at 11:42 pm

      It’s a good way to sneak in a bit of nutrition in their snacks 🙂

      Reply
  11. Karlyn Cruz says

    September 14, 2016 at 9:47 pm

    Oh, this is so interesting. I haven’t tried using pumpkin in a loaf. Sounds like perfect for fall!

    Reply
  12. Vera Sweeney says

    September 14, 2016 at 9:35 am

    This looks so good!! I love trying to make new breads this would be perfect to make this year for a coffee get together!

    Reply
  13. Enricoh Alfonzo says

    September 14, 2016 at 8:37 am

    I cant even imagine pumpkin as a flavor but you make it look and sound soooo good. I definitely want to try this recipe out

    Reply
  14. Elizabeth O. says

    September 14, 2016 at 6:46 am

    Pumpkin is the star of the season and what I appreciate is that there are so many recipes that revolves around it! This one goes well with your fave cup of coffee or tea! Thanks for the recipe, I’ll definitely keep it.

    Reply
  15. Shanna Uptergrove says

    September 13, 2016 at 7:27 pm

    Oh my, I LOVE everything pumpkin. I am really going to have to try out this recipe! I remember one year our store was OUT of pumpkin puree for the longest time, it was SO odd!

    Reply
  16. Melanie Smith says

    September 13, 2016 at 5:28 pm

    This is why I love fall, so many delicious recipes with pumpkin! I will try this for sure.

    Reply
  17. Amy Jones says

    September 13, 2016 at 3:12 pm

    Looks so plump and fluffy! I need to follow this recipe

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      September 13, 2016 at 9:59 pm

      Please do, it won’t disappoint 🙂

      Reply
  18. Alli says

    September 13, 2016 at 1:41 pm

    That’s my kind of bread – crusty on the outside and moist on the inside. It’s perfect for fall and I imagine it smells amazing while baking.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      October 8, 2016 at 11:45 pm

      The kitchen smells so heavenly!

      Reply
  19. tara pittman says

    September 13, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    My family would love this bread for a treat. It will take care of my pumpkin craving

    Reply

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