🎃 Easy Libby’s Pumpkin Bread – The Classic Fall Favorite That Never Fails

🕰 The Sweet Backstory

When autumn rolls around, nothing beats the smell of pumpkin bread baking in the oven. Libby’s Pumpkin Bread has been a household staple for decades, thanks to its moist texture, perfectly spiced flavor, and no-fail recipe. Whether you’re enjoying it with your morning coffee, sharing it at Thanksgiving, or wrapping up a loaf as a homemade gift, this bread brings pure fall comfort in every bite.

💛 Why You’ll Love Libby’s Pumpkin Bread

• Tried-and-True Classic: This recipe has stood the test of time.
• Super Moist & Flavorful: Thanks to pure pumpkin puree and warm spices.
• Two Loaves in One Batch: Perfect for sharing (or freezing one for later!).
• Versatile Treat: Enjoy plain, with cream cheese, or toasted with butter.

📝 Libby’s Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Servings: 2 loaves (about 24 slices)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 65–70 minutes
Calories: ~220 per slice
Estimated Cost: $8–10

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups sugar
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 1 (15 oz) can Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin
• 2/3 cup water
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp ground allspice
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder

Instructions

1. Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9×5-inch loaf pans.
2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine sugar, oil, and eggs until smooth. Stir in pumpkin and water.
3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and baking powder.
4. Blend together: Gradually add dry mixture to wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
5. Bake: Pour batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake 65–70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Cool & serve: Let loaves cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks. Slice and enjoy!

🍽 Tasty Twists

• Nutty Pumpkin Bread: Add 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
• Chocolate Lover’s Version: Stir in 1 cup mini chocolate chips.
• Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl: Swirl sweetened cream cheese into the batter before baking.
• Mini Loaves or Muffins: Perfect for gifting or portion control—just reduce bake time.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Servings: 16 slices

Calories: 220

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• ½ tsp ground cloves
• ½ tsp ground allspice optional
• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• 4 large eggs
• 1 15 oz can Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin
• ⅔ cup water
• 1 cup chopped nuts optional – walnuts or pecans
• 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips optional

Method

 

Preheat Oven:

1. Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9×5-inch loaf pans (or line with parchment).

Mix Dry Ingredients:

1. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice.

Mix Wet Ingredients:

1. In another large bowl, beat together sugar, oil, and eggs until smooth. Stir in pumpkin and water until combined.

Combine:

1. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring just until incorporated. Do not overmix.

Fold Add-ins:

1. If using nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips, gently fold them in.

Bake:

1. Divide batter evenly between loaf pans. Bake 65–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool & Serve:

1. Let loaves cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temp

Notes

For an extra-moist bread, use half oil and half unsweetened applesauce.

Wrap cooled loaves tightly in plastic wrap; they taste even better the next day.

This bread freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.

Try topping with cream cheese glaze for a dessert-style version.

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🌟 The Ultimate Fall Treat

Libby’s Pumpkin Bread is more than just a recipe—it’s a tradition. Moist, spiced, and utterly comforting, it’s the kind of bake that fills your home with warmth and your heart with nostalgia. One slice, and you’ll know why it’s a classic year after year. 🍂❤️