Super Moist Pumpkin Bread

Bake the best Moist Pumpkin Bread ever! This pumpkin recipe is perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Also, since this large batch recipe makes three soft, delicious loaves, you can freeze some to eat later.

If you’re a fan of pumpkin, try our amazing Pumpkin Muffins with Streusel Topping, simple Pumpkin Dip, and these incredibly easy Pumpkin Pie Bombs!

Moist Pumpkin Bread

Fall means cozy sweaters and the wonderful aromatic smell of pumpkin spice. This Moist Pumpkin Bread recipe is a seasonal favorite because it has the best flavor and is wonderfully soft and incredibly moist.

Never dry and crumbly.

Plus, it requires just 2 bowls and one whisk to make!

It’s fantastic served with coffee for breakfast or warmed for an afternoon snack. We’re just warning you. Kids can’t resist this stuff! Your friends will definitely ask you for the recipe!

Our Zucchini Bread is also a moist and delicious quick bread you’ll make over and over again.

Pumpkin Bread From Scratch

Since this is a large batch recipe, it makes three of the best loaves. This method is what we call bake once and eat many times and is a kitchen hack everyone should know! 

We like to keep one out to devour as soon as it’s baked and either freeze two loaves or gift one and freeze one. Any combination works. 

If you’re entertaining for the holidays, this is also a helpful recipe since you will have plenty for all your guests.

Why is this Bread so Moist

Great question! There are a few reasons this Pumpkin Bread is always moist and delish:

• You make it with heart-healthy olive oil.
• The flour is sifted to give it a light and fluffy texture. 
• It has the right balance of pumpkin and other ingredients. 

Ingredients for Homemade Pumpkin Bread

Canned Pumpkin Puree – not pumpkin pie filling
Olive Oil – extra virgin olive oil
Eggs – large eggs
Water
Flour – all-purpose flour, sifted
Salt
Nutmeg – ground nutmeg is best
Baking Soda – our rising agent
Cinnamon – ground cinnamon for flavor
Allspice – ground
Sugar – granulated white sugar
Seedless White Raisins (optional)
Chopped Walnuts

How to Make Moist Pumpkin Bread

Gather your baking supplies, and let’s get baking!

Make sure to preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C).

Step 1 – GREASE + FLOUR PANS

First, grease and flour each of your three pans. Alternatively, to prevent sticking, you can line each one with parchment paper.

Step 2 – COMBINE WET INGREDIENTS

Next, in a large bowl, whisk together all wet ingredients; olive oil, eggs, water, and canned pumpkin. 

Step 3 – COMBINE DRY INGREDIENTS

Start by sifting flour in a medium bowl.

Now, combine sifted flour, salt, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, baking soda, sugar, and white raisins and walnuts if using. Mix well. 

Step 4 – COMBINE WET AND DRY INGREDIENTS

Next, add the dry ingredients to the large bowl of wet ingredients and mix well.

Now, place equal amounts of batter in your prepared pans. 

Tip: If desired, sprinkle the top of loaves with roasted pumpkin seeds and old fashioned oats. It gives the bread a wonderful texture!

Step 5 – BAKE

Finally, bake at 350 degrees F (177 degrees C) for about an hour or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. 

Take out of the oven and cool on a wire rack. After 10-30 minutes, take the bread out of the pans and let it fully cool. 

Tips for Making Super Moist Pumpkin Bread from Scratch

• Make sure you use pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling for the recipe. 
• Our favorite is to use light extra virgin olive oil, which gives the bread a wonderful flavor.
• You can substitute melted butter for the olive oil in the recipe.
• To accommodate different likes, we make one loaf with golden raisins and not the other two. Simple use only 1/3 the number of raisins if you’d like to do the same. 

How Do You Know When Your Pumpkin Loaf is Done?

This is a great question because the batter is dark in color, and it’s hard to determine how done the bread is. Your Pumpkin Bread is done when it’s cooked for about an hour, and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

Add-in Ideas for Your Bread

Depending on your preferences, you can add other ingredients to your recipe. You can try:

• Chocolate Chips – to make Pumpkin Bread with Chocolate Chips, add 2 cups chocolate chips to the total recipe. If you want just one loaf with chocolate, add 2/3 cup to 1 loaf. 
• Walnuts – a nut that pairs perfectly with pumpkin. Add 1 1/2 cups to the full recipe.
• Pecans – another great choice to add a nutty flavor and some texture to your bread. Add 1 1/2 cups to the full recipe.
• Golden Raisins – these raisins plump to perfection when baked in the bread. Add raisins to the recipe before baking. Add 1 1/2 cups to the full recipe.

What to Serve with Your Recipe for Moist Pumpkin Bread

We love it plain, but here are some wonderful ideas to serve with your bread:

• Cream Cheese (it’s also great if you add a little cinnamon)
• Apple Butter
• Nutella 
• Butter

More Pumpkin Recipes

Healthy Pumpkin Dip
Pumpkin Pie Turkeys
Pumpkin Pie Bombs
Paleo Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin Muffins
Delicious Pumpkin Spice Drinks

How Do You Keep Pumpkin Bread Moist?

To keep your bread moist after baking, make sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap when storing it either on the counter or in the freezer.

How to Store Your Bread

Here are the tips for storing your pumpkin bread:

1. Let your bread cool completed on a wire rack. 
2. Wrap it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store it on the counter at room temperature for 3 – 5 days. 
3. After 3 days, if you still have some left, place your moist pumpkin bread recipe in the refrigerator to extend its life. We find it lasts up to 7 days this way.

Can I Freeze Pumpkin Bread?

Yes, this large batch recipe makes 3 loaves, so it’s a great option to freeze some for later. If you’d like to freeze your homemade pumpkin bread, follow these steps:

1. Cool completely on wire rack.
2. Tightly wrap the bread in plastic wrap (we recommend two layers to prevent freezer burn). You can also place it in a vacuumed sealed freezer bag.
3. Place in the freezer for up to 3 months. Don’t forget to label and date it!

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