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Cozy Pumpkin Bread on a white platter near a soft tea towel.
Brianna Hughes

Cozy Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Soft, moist, and warmly spiced, this pumpkin bread is the perfect fall treat. Easy to make and perfect for breakfast, gifting, or a cozy afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried cranberries *optional

Equipment

  • 1 bread loaf pan
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • 1 Whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Fold in optional mix-ins if using.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 60–70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Notes

To gift it:
  • Bake mini loaves instead of one large loaf and wrap each in parchment paper tied with twine and a sprig of dried herbs or cinnamon sticks.
  • Add a handwritten tag with a short note or serving suggestion for a personal touch.
  • Pair with a small jar of homemade spice mix or local honey for a thoughtful holiday basket.
To enjoy it:
  • This pumpkin bread is perfect alongside a hot cup of coffee, chai, or spiced tea.
  • Warm a slice and add a little butter or cream cheese for an extra cozy treat.
  • It also tastes even better the next day once the flavors have deepened.
To serve at Thanksgiving:
  • Slice and serve on a rustic platter with softened butter or cinnamon maple butter.
  • Offer it as part of a brunch spread or dessert table for guests who prefer something lighter than pie.
  • You can even cube it and use it in a fall-inspired trifle with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.