Moist Pumpkin Bread - Stuck On Sweet (2024)

With Fall around the corner there’s nothing better than baking a warm, comforting treat. Moist Pumpkin Bread is the perfect choice! With its deep pumpkin flavor, cozy spices and moist texture, it’s a dessert that works for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.

Let’s dive into what makes this Moist Pumpkin Bread recipe so special!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Super Moist: The key to making a dessert bread is ensuring it’s moist, and this recipe nails it. I use a little trick to help lock in the moisture, keeping your bread soft for days.
• Full of Fall Flavors:Cinnamon, nutmeg and pumpkin pie spice blend perfectly with the pumpkin puree to create a classic Fall taste.
• Easy to Make:This recipe does not require any special equipment and minimal prep time, making it easy for bakers at all levels.
• Versatile: You can customize it with add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts and dried fruit.
• Maple Cinnamon Butter:This butter combination only enhances this amazing moist pumpkin bread. I think you will really enjoy this simple addition to an already delicious treat!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• Pumpkin Puree:The star ingredient! Make sure to use puree and not filling.
• All purpose flour:AP flour works best, but if you would like to try whole wheat or gluten free, go ahead!
• Granulated Sugar & Brown Sugar:The combination of sugars gives the bread sweetness and a slight rich caramel flavor
• Oil: Vegetable oil is what helps keep the bread moist. You can experiment with other oils like coconut oil or avocado oil.
• Eggs:These help bind the ingredients and give the bread structure.
• Baking Soda & Baking Powder:These leavening agents help the bread rise perfectly.
• Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Pumpkin Pie Spice:This blend of spices help give the bread that signature pumpkin flavor.
• Salt:The salt balances the sweetness and enhances the flavor.
• Water:Water helps thin out the batter but also ensures it stays moist.
• Vanilla Extract:Vanilla helps gives the bread a warm aroma and flavor.
• Maple Syrup:Maple syrup pairs so well with the pumpkin flavor and sweetens up the butter perfectly!
• Butter: Butter helps make the bread even more indulgent when slathered on a thick piece!

Tips for Making the Perfect Moist Pumpkin Bread:

1. Don’t overmix: You want to avoid overmixing the batter. Once you add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, slowly mix just until incorporated. Overmixing can cause the bread to become too dense.
2. Use Fresh Spices:Pumpkin bread relies heavily on spices to create flavor, so make sure you are using non-expired spices to ensure great flavor!
3. Use Oil:Although butter offers more flavor, oil is better to keep the pumpkin bread moist.
4. Let It Cool Completely:Letting the bread cool completely, will give you cleaner slices and a better texture.
5. Prepare Ingredients Before Baking:When making any recipe, preparing your ingredients will ensure you don’t forget anything or make a mistake.
6. Use plastic wrap or aluminum foil: Place a piece of plastic wrap or aluminum foil over the bread as it cools. If using plastic wrap, wait until the bread has cooled a bit otherwise it will melt. This helps lock in moisture.

Variation and Add-ins:

• Chocolate chips: A cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips will add additional texture and flavor to the pumpkin.
• Nuts: Pecans or walnuts add a crunchy bite.
• Cranberries: Dried cranberries or cherries will offer a chewy bite and tart flavor.
• Nutella: Swirl in dollops of Nutella before baking to make this easy pumpkin bread even more indulgent.
• Streusel Topping: A streusel topping adds a nice texture along with a salty sweet flavor profile.

Storing and Freezing:

• Storing:Wrap your pumpkin bread tightly with plastic wrap, in a zip-lock bag or an airtight container. It will stay fresh for 3 days at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• Freezing: Wrap the cooled bread in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil before placing in the freezer. You can also use a gallon freezer bag just make sure to suck any air out of it before zipping it up. It can be stored for up to 3 months. Simply thaw at room temperature.

FQAs About Pumpkin Bread:

How do I prevent my pumpkin bread from being too dense?

Overmixing the batter is often the reason why bread becomes too dense. Slowly mix in the dry ingredients. To ensure you don’t overmix, you can do this step by hand.

Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned?

Yes! Makes sur it’s pureed and strained of any excess moisture before using it.

Why is my pumpkin bread dry?

You may have used too much flour or over-baked. Be sure to measure the flour correctly and keep and eye on the bread towards the end of baking time.

There’s no better way to embrace the warmth of Fall than baking with pumpkin! Not only is this Easy Moist Pumpkin Bread a delicious option, there are many pumpkin recipes to enjoy during this cozy season! A few of my favorites are Pumpkin Streusel Muffins, Pumpkin Crumb Cake, Pumpkin Bundt Cake, Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting, and soft pumpkin cookies with maple glaze.