Pumpkin Loaf-Set yours apart
I’ve always loved the idea of passed down traditions. Worn pages of an old rugged book filled with recipes that have been perfected over years of trial and error. Alas, I have none of that! So, I’ve decided that I’ll be the one to start something new, that will one day be something old and treasured. At least I hope…
I do, however, have a few recipes that that were given to me by my Aunt Debbie. While I’m aware that almost everyone has a recipe for pumpkin loaf, (thanks to Libby’s and her canned puree) I have no interest in comparing them to this one. It’ll ruin my vision of this being something that she inherited from a long line of generations that have passed before (which it’s most likely not). My grandmother was a wonderful cook, and Aunt Debbie learned a lot from her. I also like to think that this is where I get my love for cooking and baking.
To me, these recipes that seem to be in everyone’s box are great for playing around with. It’s how you dress it up, the little extras you add that are what’s going to set yours apart from others.
Grab someone fun and start making traditions!
So, here’s my starting recipe:
Beat:
- Oil – ¾ cup
- Eggs – 4
- Water – ⅓ cup
- Pumpkin puree – 2 cups ( I use puree from pumpkins I cooked during pumpkin season)
- Vanilla – ½ Tbs. ( I’m super duper generous with this, so if I accidentally spill half a bottle into the batter, I’m not overly concerned about it 🙂 )
Sift:
- Flour – 3 ½ cup
- Granulated Sugar – 3 cups
- Baking soda – 2 tsp.
- Salt – 1 tsp.
- Cinnamon – 1 tsp.
- Nutmeg – 1 tsp.
- Ground ginger – 1 ½ tsp.
- Allspice – ½ tsp.
- Cloves – ⅛ tsp.
Blend wet and dry ingredients together.
Grease and flour 2 8X4 loaf pans, then fill each evenly. Bake at 350 degrees for about an hour (or until toothpick comes out just a little moist).
Extras-(Pinterest has so many ideas for setting yours apart, so do quick search) Here’s what I tried:
- I added chocolate chips to one of the two loaves.
- I added a double glaze to both the finished loaves
First glaze-whisk together:
- ½ cup of confectioners sugar
- 2 tsp. milk
Second glaze-whisk together:
- ½ cup of confectioners sugar
- 2 tsp. Milk
- ¼ tsp each of-ginger, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon (add more of whatever suits your taste)
So, that’s how I do it! Tell me what special touches you add.
Enjoy!
17 Comments
Pumpkin anything is my weakness so I bookmarked this so I can come back and try it. OH I can only imagine how good the kitchen is gonna smel!!
Ellie, I’m right there with you. I love everything Pumpkin and Fall! This is my go to recipe, I’ve even swapped sweet potatoes for the pumpkin, super easy.
I am the same way – my mom didn’t bake so we have no family recipes or traditions like that. Thankfully, my grandma gave me a couple so I have those at least. And this cake looks divine. That glaze?? Woah. I need to make this.
Yeah, my kids just want the bowl full of glaze-HA! It’s such a great way to put a little pizazz on whatever your baking up.
Pumpkin loaf…that is my husband’s love language. He will die when I make this.
I get it! I’m pretty radical about pumpkin too! I always have some puree bagged up in my freezer. I just ran out of last years supply…quite timely!
I have a pumpkin bread recipe I make all the time, but it’s a strusel topping not a glaze. Your glaze looks tasty! I should change it up and try it sometime. 🙂
Ooh, streusel topping! I’m gonna have to try that-great idea! Thanks Emily.
Mmmm, I love pumpkin bread! My aunt always made it with raisins and walnuts, that will always be my favorite….although chocolate chips are a close second.
Raisins…great idea! I’m always looking for ways to hide health foods/veggies in something sweet. I bet I could put in walnuts and (dare I say) slip in a few shredded carrots! The kids will be none the wiser if i do it right!
Yum! This looks great!
Thanks Emilee!
That glaze looks amazing! I actually I have never made a pumpkin loaf, so I better put this on my fall bucket list. Mine will definitely have glaze!!
Kristie, you hafta make pumpkin bread…you’ll love it. And yes, the glaze, make it happen. I promise, it’s super easy. You know what, even if you just make the glaze, pour it over everything (this is actually advice from my 4 year old!) Just have fun doing it.
My son loves pumpkin anything so I am going to have to try this!
Yes, and sweets are a great way to sneak some veggies in (if you have a problem with veggies of course)!
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