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Classic Pumpkin Bread

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Here’s a recipe for classic pumpkin bread that’s simple, delicious, and sure to become a favorite in your home.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • ¼ cup orange juice or water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray or butter and flour.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  • In a separate large bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until well combined. Add the pumpkin purée, oil, orange juice, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Optional Add-Ins:

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries