Pumpkin Bread

1 servings Prep: 20 m Cook: 1 h 10 m Total: 1 h 35 m Beginner
5.0/5 (1)
Pumpkin Bread
A classic pumpkin bread from C&H Sugars with raisins, nuts, and warm spices. So easy to prepare; turns out real easy - with a flavor that is as good and American as apple pie.

Ingredients

1 servings
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar firmly packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup cooked or canned pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup salad oil
  • 2 eggs unbeaten
  • 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon each salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts
  • 1/4 cup water

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan.
  2. Combine sugars, pumpkin, oil, and eggs; beat until well blended.
  3. Stir together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices; add to pumpkin mixture and mix well.
  4. Stir in raisins, nuts, and water until evenly distributed.
  5. Spoon batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 65 to 75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  6. Turn out on rack to cool thoroughly before slicing.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: How do I know when the bread is done?

A: Insert a toothpick into the center - it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs. The top should be golden brown and spring back when lightly touched.

Q: Why did my bread sink in the middle?

A: The oven temperature may have been too high, or the bread was underbaked. Use an oven thermometer to verify temperature, and test for doneness before removing from oven.

Tips and Techniques

Note the typo in the original ingredient list: ‘salad oiil’ should be ‘salad oil’ - use any neutral vegetable oil like canola or corn oil.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • raisins: dried cranberries or chopped dried figs
  • chopped nuts: pecans or walnuts

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Toothpick for testing doneness