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Pumpkin Bread with Smoked Paprika

This pumpkin bread is a moist, tender loaf featuring pureed pumpkin and warm spices, baked until golden with a slight crackle on top. The addition of smoked paprika introduces a subtle smoky warmth, enhancing the classic fall flavor with a unique depth of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pureed pumpkin preferably canned
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika adds smoky warmth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Loaf pan
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, smoked paprika, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until the mixture is smooth and slightly fluffy.
  4. Pour in the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree, and stir until the mixture is uniform and creamy.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, just until combined and no streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top has formed a slight crack with a golden hue.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.
  9. Slice the pumpkin bread and serve plain or with a spread of butter or cream cheese.

Notes

For an extra touch, sprinkle a little extra smoked paprika on top before baking for a smoky garnish.