Christy's Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This recipe takes a beloved family favorite and triples it for a modern twist! Using canned pumpkin for convenience, this recipe delivers moist, delicious pumpkin bread perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy weekend treat. Optional walnuts add a delightful crunch. Get ready to savor every bite of this irresistible classic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 2323.2 kcal
Protein 53g
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Ingredients for Christy's Pumpkin Bread

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How to Make Christy's Pumpkin Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans or mini-loaf tins.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: 1 ½ cups pumpkin puree, ¾ cup vegetable oil, ¾ cup brown sugar, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 4 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 3 ½cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of chopped walnuts (optional).
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
  7. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking for doneness around 45 minutes.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

80 g

Sugar

915g

Fat

78g

Carbs

118g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Christy's Pumpkin Bread?

Christy's Pumpkin Bread takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Christy's Pumpkin Bread?

Christy's Pumpkin Bread has approximately 2323.2 calories per serving, with about 53 g protein, 118 g carbohydrates and 141 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Christy's Pumpkin Bread?

The key ingredients for Christy's Pumpkin Bread are Eggs, Sugar, Pumpkin, Water, Oil, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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