Mom's Famous Pumpkin Bread (2024)

The BEST Pumpkin Bread ever that is incredibly moist, infused with cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg and requires only 2 bowls and one whisk to make!

Your search for the perfect Pumpkin Bread stops HERE. This recipe for easy Pumpkin Bread is over 50 years and has been perfected by my mom over the years to make it the BEST Pumpkin Bread out there. It has stood the taste test and test of time against any other pumpkin bread recipe. I can guarantee you, this moist Pumpkin Bread will become a Fall favorite and everyone will BEG you for this recipe!

Guys, I’ve been holding out on you. My mom makes the BEST Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

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Every Fall growing up, us 5 kids (and all the neighbors, family, friends and anyone else blessed enough to be a recipient of Mom’s pumpkin bread) would eagerly await the arrival of pumpkin cans lining grocery store shelves so mom could make her famous Pumpkin Bread. The house would fill with the magical Fall aroma of pumpkin and cinnamon and we knew it was going to be a magically delicious day.

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But mom wouldn’t just make one loaf, but three beautiful loaves of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread. We would devour as much as we were allowed and the rest would be gifted to neighbors and friends. And then she would make more. As my mom has given this recipe out over the years, everyone who makes her chocolate chip pumpkin bread gets asked for the recipe, and many, in turn, have become “famous” for “their” pumpkin bread.

One of my mom’s best friends in Salt Lake City, Pat, has now been making my mom’s recipe for years and gifting it to her neighbors and friends. Pat said she’s now famous for “Pat’s Pumpkin Bread” 🙂 and you can be famous too!

What Are the ingredients for Pumpkin Bread?

Another winning aspect of Pumpkin Bread is that it uses pantry friendly ingredients. No running of to get buttermilk or sour cream, just simple ingredients you use every day. So take care to stock up on canned pumpkin and you can always make this easy Pumpkin Bread! You will need:

• eggs
• granulated sugar
• 129 oz. canpure pumpkin
• vvegetable oil
• flour
• baking soda
• baking powder
• salt
• ground cinnamon
• ground cloves
• ground nutmeg
• chocolate chips

I am still in awe how such simple ingredients can produce such tantalizing results, but trust me this easy Pumpkin Bread with perfect proportions. will blow. your. mind.

How do You Make Easy Pumpkin Bread?

Pumpkin Bread is so easy to make because it is a type of quick bread which means it doesn’t require yeast, kneading or rising. All you need for this Pumpkin Bread is 2 bowls and a whisk.

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

2. Grease and flour three 8 1/2” x 4 ½” loaf pans or use a cooking spray with flour in it.

3. In a very large bowl, add eggs and gently whisk. Mix in sugar, pumpkin and oil.

4. In a separate large bowl, mix together all Bowl Two ingredients (don’t add chocolate chips).

5. Mix the Flour Mixture into the Pumpkin mixture just until combined, being careful not to overmix. Fold in chocolate chips. Evenly divide batter between 3 loaf pans.

6. Bake at 325 degrees F for 65 – 75 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Let bread cool on wire rack for 10 minutes then remove bread from pans. Let bread cool completely on wire rack before slicing

Can You add Chocolate Chips to Pumpkin Bread?

I always add chocolate chips to my Pumpkin Bread so I’ve included them in the recipe instructions. I think chocolate and pumpkin are a mach made in heaven. I’ve matched them in my Pumpkin Bars with Nutella Cream Cheese Frosting, Nutella Pumpkin Crepes and Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie with Cinnamon Chocolate Sauce. So I say PLEASE ADD the Chocolate Chips to your Pumpkin Bread!

Can You add Nuts to Pumpkin Bread?

Absolutely! You can stir in 1 ½ cups chopped walnuts, pecans, dried cranberries, pepitas or raisins.

Should Pumpkin Bread be Refrigerated?

Pumpkin bread stores fabulously well at room temperature due to the pumpkin and oil. It does not need to be refrigerated unless you want to make it last an entire week. Below is how to properly store Pumpkin Bread but if you still have extra, or your bread gets dry, I highly recommend my Pumpkin Bread Pudding!

How to Store Pumpkin Bread

1. Allow bread to cool completely on a wire wrack.
2. Once bread is cool, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap.
3. Store Pumpkin Bread at room temperature for up to five days.
4. After three days, you may want to place the Pumpkin Bread in the refrigerator to prolong its life. Pumpkin Bread can keep in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Can I Freeze Pumpkin Bread?

Absolutely! This recipe makes 3 loaves of moist Pumpkin Bread so if you aren’t devouring or sharing all of the loaves, then you can freeze the rest.

How To Freeze Pumpkin Bread

1. Allow bread to cool completely on a wire wrack.
2. Once bread is cool, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, at least 2 layers worth to prevent freezer burn.
3. Freeze Pumpkin Bread for up to three months.
4. To thaw, unwrap bread so the condensation doesn’t make it soggy and let sit at room temperature overnight.

What to Eat With Pumpkin Bread?

I think this Pumpkin Bread is perfect in its simplicity and eat my bread plain. If you are omitting the chocolate chips or simply want a little something-something extra, you can also serve your pumpkin bread with:

• Nutella
• Cream cheese (or cinnamon cream cheese)
• cinnamon honey butter
• apple butter

Do you have a favorite way to serve Pumpkin Bread?

Can Pumpkin Bread Be Made into Muffins?

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Yes! I actually have adapted this easy Pumpkin Bread into Muffins by scaling the recipe down. Simply go to the recipe card under servings, change it to 1.5 servings. This will make approximately 22 muffins. Follow the same instructions for mixing and pour into lightly greased cupcake liners. Bake at 350 degrees F for 22-28 minutes OR until toothpick comes out clean

Now get ready to be loved, adored and applauded for your “famous” supremely moist Pumpkin Bread riddled with chocolate chips, Fall spices and new memories to share!

Looking for More Pumpkin Recipes?

• Pumpkin Praline Pie
• Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Cookies
• Double Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake
• Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce
• Easy Pumpkin Dip
• Pumpkin Dinner Rolls with Brown Sugar Cinnamon Butter
• Pumpkin Angel Food Cake French Toast
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

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