The Best Pumpkin Bread with Apples & Oranges Recipe
Description:
Deeply flavorful and rich with the subtle addition of apples and oranges, this pumpkin bread recipe is the epitome of autumn comfort. Perfect for Thanksgiving or as a delightful treat on a weeknight, these mini-loaves are a breeze to make and utterly satisfying. With a moist crumb and a burst of fruity goodness in every bite, this bread is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Servings: 4 mini loaves
- Yield: 4 breads
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Sugar |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 cup | Canned pumpkin puree |
| 1/2 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 2 1/2 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Pumpkin pie spice |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1 | Orange, zest and juice |
| 1 | Apple, peeled and diced |
| 1/2 cup | Golden raisins |
| 1/2 cup | Walnuts, chopped |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 1157.2
- Fat Content: 40.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 105.8mg
- Sodium Content: 659.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 190.7g
- Fiber Content: 7.6g
- Sugar Content: 120.2g
- Protein Content: 15.2g
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar, eggs, and canned pumpkin puree until well blended and smooth.
- Stir in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and ground cinnamon until the dry ingredients are just moistened. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the orange zest, orange juice, diced apple, golden raisins, and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and lightly flour four mini-loaf pans (6x3x2-inch) and place them on a cookie sheet for easier handling.
- Divide the batter equally between the prepared mini-loaf pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center of each loaf comes out clean.
- Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for 15 minutes, then carefully remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, brush the tops of the loaves with orange honey and sprinkle with a few additional chopped toasted walnuts for added flavor and presentation.
- Enjoy your freshly baked pumpkin bread with apples and oranges with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a delightful treat any time of day!
Notes:
- This recipe yields 4 mini-loaves, but you can also use two (8×4-inch) loaf pans or one (9×5-inch) loaf pan. Adjust the cooking time accordingly for larger loaves, baking at 350°F (177°C) until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
This pumpkin bread recipe is a wonderful addition to your baking repertoire, offering a delightful blend of seasonal flavors and a comforting aroma that will fill your kitchen with warmth and joy. Share it with friends and family or indulge in a slice all to yourself – either way, it’s bound to be a hit! 🎃🍞🍏🍊
