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Pumpkin Gingerbread 

A soft, moist pumpkin gingerbread filled with warm fall spices. This easy family recipe makes two loaves and is perfect for fall baking, gifting or freezing.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Keyword: easy pumpkin recipes, pumpkin bread recipe, pumpkin gingerbread
Servings: 2 loaves
Calories: 290kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 1/2 cups flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp cloves
  • 1 tsp all spice
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 15 oz can pumpkin

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, oil and eggs. Beat until smooth.
  • Add water and mix until well combined.
  • Stir in pumpkin puree, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and allspice.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and baking powder.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture. Mix just until combined.
  • Divide batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow bread to cool in the pans for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Cool, slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • Mini loaves: Bake at 350°F, checking for doneness after approximately 20–25 minutes.
  • Storage: Store tightly wrapped at room temperature for 2–3 days or refrigerate for up to 5–7 days.
  • Freezing: Wrap cooled loaves tightly and freeze for up to 3 months for best quality.
  • Gifting: Wrap cooled mini loaves in parchment paper and tie with baker's twine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slices | Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sugar: 27g