Pumpkin was just made for quick breads. The texture and flavor both lend themselves well to this simple fall treat that�s packed with spices, brown sugar and pecans.
This bread is a perfect snack or even a great breakfast option. For a special treat, heat it up just a bit and spread on a little extra butter or a bit of cream cheese.
By Jennifer
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
2 large eggs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup pureed pumpkin
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped pecans
Recipe
Preheat oven to 350�F. Grease a 9�x 5� standard loaf pan. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and ginger. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat eggs lightly with a fork. Add butter, pumpkin, sugar, brown sugar and vanilla. Mix well. Add dry ingredients and mix until almost blended. Stir in pecans. Transfer batter into prepared pan. Bake for about 1 hour, or until a pick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack for 10-15 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.