Spiced Maple Pumpkin Bread with Walnuts
Moist pumpkin bread infused with warm spices and sweet maple syrup, studded with crunchy walnuts. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 85 minutes layers all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, and 1/2 tsp salt until well combined.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, beat 2 large eggs with 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 cup pumpkin puree, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 4: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then gently stir in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.
- Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Maple Pumpkin Bread with Walnuts take to make?
Total time is about 85 minutes (15 min prep + 70 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Spiced Maple Pumpkin Bread with Walnuts?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Maple Pumpkin Bread with Walnuts?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spiced Maple Pumpkin Bread with Walnuts for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spiced Maple Pumpkin Bread with Walnuts?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
