Fantastic Pumpkin Nut Loaf Bread Recipe ππ
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 3 8×4 inch loaf breads
Description:
Indulge in the fantastic flavors of fall with this moist and delicious Pumpkin Nut Loaf Bread. This recipe yields three perfectly risen loaves that freeze wonderfully, making it an ideal treat for busy weeknights or anytime cravings strike. Bursting with warm spices, crunchy nuts, and sweet pumpkin, each bite is a taste of seasonal comfort.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | White sugar |
| 1 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 3 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1 tsp | Nutmeg |
| 1/2 tsp | Clove |
| 2 tbsp | Dark molasses |
| 1 cup | Canola oil |
| 4 | Eggs |
| 2/3 cup | Water |
| 2 cups | Pumpkin puree |
| 3 1/2 cups | Flour |
| 1 cup | Walnuts |
| 1 cup | Pecans |
| 1 cup | Light raisins |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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Prepare Loaf Pans: Butter three 8-1/2 x 4-1/2 inch loaf pans generously to prevent sticking.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the white sugar, brown sugar, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, dark molasses, canola oil, eggs, water, pumpkin puree, flour, walnuts, pecans, and light raisins.
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Mix Thoroughly: Vigorously mix the ingredients until they are very well combined. It’s best to do this by hand with a sturdy wooden spoon for optimal texture.
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Divide Batter: Divide the batter evenly between the three prepared loaf pans.
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Bake: Place the loaf pans in the preheated oven and bake for 1 to 1-1/2 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each loaf comes out clean.
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Cool: Allow the breads to cool in their pans for 20 minutes.
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Transfer to Wire Rack: After cooling, carefully remove the loaves from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Optional: For a variation, consider replacing the raisins with 1/2 cup of semisweet mini chocolate chips for an indulgent twist.
Enjoy the delightful aroma and irresistible taste of this Fantastic Pumpkin Nut Loaf Bread with a cup of hot coffee or tea for a cozy autumn treat!
