Old Fashioned Pumpkin Nut Loaf
Transport yourself to the cozy flavors of fall with this Old Fashioned Pumpkin Nut Loaf, a timeless recipe that blends warm spices, rich pumpkin puree, and crunchy walnuts or pecans to create a moist, fragrant bread bursting with seasonal charm. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of cloves, this easy-to-make loaf comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even a holiday dessert, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or a slather of creamy spread for a treat that's as comforting as it is irresistible. Whether you're celebrating autumn or simply craving a slice of homemade goodness, this pumpkin nut loaf has all the flavors to make your kitchen the coziest spot in the house.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 0.25 cups water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Whisk the dry ingredients until well blended.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully remove it and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve! This loaf pairs wonderfully with a spread of butter or cream cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.0 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 268 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 125 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
