Pumpkin Bread II

25 servings Prep: 15 m Cook: 1 h Total: 1 h 20 m Beginner
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Pumpkin Bread II
Pumpkins are harvested in early fall, and echo the changing colors of the leaves. Pumpkins are readily available, inexpensive and can be used for many dishes including this spiced pumpkin bread. So why not plan and spice up a holiday dish around pumpkins? This bread is perfect for it.

Ingredients

25 servings
  • 3 1/3 cups flour
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • 1 (16 oz) can of pumpkin

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream the eggs, sugar, oil and water. Combine the remaining dry ingredients and add to the creamed ingredients.
  2. Use large ramekins, empty 28 oz cans (the type large tomato sauce, beans, or pie filling comes in), or bread pans as your baking dish. I like to use the empty 28 oz cans (making sure to remove any paper, glue holding the paper, and ensuring there are no sharp edges). Grease your pan and fill about halfway full. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
  3. Cool 15 to 20 minutes before removing bread.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: Why is my pumpkin bread dry?

A: Make sure you're filling your pans only halfway full as directed - overfilling can lead to uneven baking. Also, don't overbake; check at 55 minutes with a toothpick, as different pan sizes affect baking time.

Q: Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned?

A: Yes! Use cooked, mashed pumpkin that's been drained well. Fresh pumpkin has more moisture than canned, so you may need to reduce the water slightly.

Tips and Techniques

The 28 oz can method creates a fun, tall loaf that slices into perfect rounds. You can also bake this in standard loaf pans - this recipe makes about 3 regular loaves.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • canned pumpkin: cooked, mashed sweet potato
  • vegetable oil: melted coconut oil or melted butter

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 28 oz cans (cleaned and prepared) or standard bread pans
  • Whisk or electric mixer