Best Ever Moist Pumpkin Bread (video)
This super moist and soft pumpkin bread is packed with pumpkin flavor and fragrant autumn spices. It only takes 10 minutes to whip up and it’s ready for the oven.
This homemade pumpkin bread is the epitome of fall in every bite! As it bakes in the oven, your house will fill with the heavenly scent of real pumpkin spice. Who needs a fancy candle when you can have the real thing by making this bread.
Why this recipe is so great:
- Quick and easy to make. All you have to do is mix the dry ingredients, then mix the wet ingredients, and combine. And in just 10 minutes, you can have this amazing pumpkin bread ready for the oven.
- Super soft and moist. The texture of this bread is incredibly soft and moist because of the vegetable oil and pure pumpkin puree.
- Perfect pumpkin spice flavor. The taste of this bread is packed with pumpkin flavor and loaded with warm spices. The aroma is beautifully fragrant with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Here are some reviews:
“I have made this 4 times in the last week, my husband and (picky) kids agree that this is the best pumpkin bread ever! 10/10 will be making every year!” – Kaili
“I’ve finally found the pumpkin bread recipe that I will keep for life! It turned out incredibly soft and with the perfect moisture degree! Thank you so much Lily 😊” – Dani
How to make pumpkin bread:
(the ingredient amounts are listed in the printable recipe card further below)
- Combine your flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together your pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, sugar, and eggs.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into a greased 9×5″ loaf pan and bake for about 45 minutes.
How to tell when pumpkin bread is done
Pumpkin bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs AND springs back when you lightly press the top. This will ensure that your bread won’t sink when you take it out of the oven and that there is no gooey raw center.
FAQ:
- How do you store pumpkin bread? Once completely cooled, you can tightly wrap it in saran wrap or place it in an airtight container and store it on your countertop or in the fridge to stay fresh longer.
- How long does pumpkin bread last? If properly stored, pumpkin bread will last up to 3 days at room temperature and up to 5 days in the fridge.
- Can you freeze pumpkin bread? Yes, pumpkin bread freezes really well. Once completely cooled, double wrap in plastic wrap, label, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
You might also like:
- Pumpkin Spice Cookies
- Homemade Pumpkin Spice Donuts
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Butterscotch Pumpkin Bread
- Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
The texture is supremely soft and moist. The crumbs are tender and spongy. The taste is sweet, but not overly sweet with the warm scent of pumpkin spice and flavor.
Did you make this recipe? Please kindly leave a comment with your star rating below.
PrintBest Ever Moist Pumpkin Bread
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 45 min
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 1 - 9x5" loaf 1x
- Category: dessert, breakfast, snack
- Method: bake
- Cuisine: American
Description
This incredibly moist and easy pumpkin bread is packed with pumpkin flavor and fragrant autumn spices.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp (5g) pumpkin pie spice (or 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ginger, 1/2 tsp nutmeg)
- 1 tsp (5g) baking soda
- 1/2 tsp (2.5g) salt
- 1&1/2 cup (375g) canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup (125ml) vegetable oil
- 1&1/2 cup (300g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F and grease a 9×5″ loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, toss together the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined.
- Spoon into prepared baking pan and bake for 45-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs and the top springs back when lightly touched.
Notes
- How to store pumpkin bread – Once completely cooled, you can tightly wrap it in saran wrap or place it in an airtight container and store it on your countertop or in the fridge to stay fresh longer.
- How long does pumpkin bread last? If properly stored, pumpkin bread will last up to 3 days at room temperature and up to 5 days in the fridge.
- How to freeze pumpkin bread – Once completely cooled, double wrap in plastic wrap, label, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Keywords: pumpkin bread recipe, easy pumpkin bread, moist pumpkin bread
Can you use canned pumpkin instead of pumpkin purée?
Yes, canned pumpkin is fine. Just don’t use pumpkin pie filling. Enjoy and happy holidays!
Instead of making bread, I made muffins with the mixture and used coconut oil in place of vegetable oil. You are right, these are super moist, they are tasty enough without any sugar topping and I only used a cup of sugar instead of a cup and a half.
My husband is not a pumpkin guy, but he ate 3 when they were still fresh from the oven warm. I ended up making another dozen.
These are really, really tasty!
★★★★★
Thank you for your kind words, Crystal! And I’m glad you’re husband was converted into a pumpkin guy, lol.
Hi Lily!
Could I substitute the granulated sugar for brown sugar?
Yes, you can:) Enjoy!
Wow, what a simple and delicious recipe. Even my picky eaters loved it! I also added a ripe banana to the recipe and it made it more moist! First time pumpkin bread baker and this will definitely be on repeat!
★★★★★
Thank you for your kind words, Maria! Nothing makes me happier than when even picky eaters like it. I have a few of those myself, lol.
This was delicious. Very easy to make. I added about a 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips .
★★★★★
Thank you for your review, Mary! So glad you liked it:)
I made this twice and both times the middle is not baked, it’s all gooey. I had to keep putting it back in, gave up after having it in for an hour and a half. Not sure what I did wrong
I’m sorry to hear this, Jennifer. That should have been more than enough time for it to cook, so perhaps there was too much liquid in proportion to the dry ingredients or insufficient leavening.
This loaf is amazing. So moist and delicious and easy to make. My husband loved it, said it tasted like pumpkin pie without the pastry.
Thank you for your kind words, Brenda! I’m happy to hear hubby loved it. Enjoy!
I was wondering if I could substitute the oil for butter?
★★★★★
Yes, you can use the same amount of melted butter. Enjoy!
I’ve been searching for the beast moist pumpkin bread recipe for years and I’m so happy I found it’!! It even taste better the next day! Yumm
★★★★★
Thank you for your rave review, Charo! So glad you liked it:)
I always make this pumpkin bread for my granddaughter she has it when she gets out of the orthodontist she absolutely loves it and looks forward to getting it. She does like it with a little bit of white frosting on it so I do frost it for her.
You’re an awesome grandma to bake for her every time she goes to the orthodontist and great idea adding some frosting to make it extra special!
Made for my son for his bday! As his favorite thing is pumpkin bread! He’s loving it. Doubled the recipe!
Came out fantastic! Thank you for this amazing recipe
★★★★★
You’re very welcome, Judyk, and happy birthday to your son!
Best pumpkin bread ever
★★★★★
Thank you for your 5-star review! I’m so glad you liked it:)
I have tried multiple recipes for pumpkin bread and this is hands down my absolute favorite.
This will be my go to recipe for sure.
★★★★★
Thank you, Robin! I’m so glad you like it:)
This pumpkin bread is amazing and gets rave reviews whenever I make it. I was wondering, is this recipe easy to double or is there anything tricky about it? I know some recipes need more tweaking than simply adding double the ingredients. Thanks in advance!
★★★★★
Hey Casey,
Thank you for your kind words. Nothing tricky about doubling this recipe. Just be careful not to overmix. Enjoy and have a great week!
The recipe is so simple and so delicious, I bake the bread with homemade pumpkin puree from sweet Kabocha!
Thank you for the recipe and thank you for the gram information,
Jesse-Gabriel from Berlin
★★★★★
You’re very welcome and I’m glad you like it!
This is the easiest and best recipe I’ve ever made. Literally ready to bake in the time it takes the oven to heat. I added pecans, cream cheese and now apples. You can’t go wrong with this recipe.
★★★★★
So glad you love it and thank you for your kind words! xoxo
This is an excellent pumpkin bread – easy and super good!!
Delicious easy and moist!
★★★★★
Was curious if there is any changes when baking at high altitude? Thank you
I don’t have much experience with high altitude baking, but here is a great resource from King Arthur Flour:
https://www.kingarthurflour.com/learn/resources/high-altitude-baking
I hope that helps!
Great recipe! Very moist and lot’s of flavour! Will use this again.
★★★★★
Thank you for your lovely review, Pam! I’m glad you enjoyed the pumpkin bread:)