Description

This Vanilla Pudding Pumpkin Bread is a moist, flavorful quick bread perfect for fall. Combining the rich taste of pumpkin puree with the creamy sweetness of vanilla instant pudding, this loaf offers a tender crumb with warm pumpkin spice notes. Easy to prepare and baked to perfection, it’s an excellent treat for breakfast, snack, or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 package (3.4 oz) vanilla instant pudding dry mix
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon pumpkin spice
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sugar

Wet Ingredients

1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s hot and ready when your batter is prepared.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and vegetable oil until well blended. Add the pumpkin puree and sugar, mixing until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the vanilla pudding mix, flour, baking powder, pumpkin spice, and baking soda to the wet mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the bread tender.
Prepare Pan and Bake: Lightly grease a loaf pan with oil spray or butter to prevent sticking. Pour the batter evenly into the pan. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 15 to 30 minutes. Once slightly cooled, remove from the pan, slice, and serve.

Notes

You can substitute pumpkin spice with a mixture of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves if you don’t have pumpkin spice on hand.
For extra flavor and texture, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
Make sure not to overmix the batter to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
Store leftover bread wrapped in foil or airtight container to keep it moist for up to 3 days.
This recipe can be doubled to make two loaves; adjust baking time accordingly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Baked Goods
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: pumpkin bread, vanilla pudding, pumpkin spice, quick bread, fall baking, festive bread, easy pumpkin recipe