Pumpkin was just made for quick breads. The texture and flavor both lend themselves well to this simple fall treat that’s packed with spices, brown sugar and pecans.
This bread is a perfect snack or even a great breakfast option. For a special treat, heat it up just a bit and spread on a little extra butter or a bit of cream cheese.
By Jennifer
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
2 large eggs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup pureed pumpkin
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped pecans
Recipe
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9”x 5” standard loaf pan. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and ginger. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat eggs lightly with a fork. Add butter, pumpkin, sugar, brown sugar and vanilla. Mix well. Add dry ingredients and mix until almost blended. Stir in pecans. Transfer batter into prepared pan. Bake for about 1 hour, or until a pick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack for 10-15 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.