
Make this DIY Starbucks-style Pumpkin Loaf right in your own home. It's super moist, packed with autumn spices including cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves, and tastes just like what you'd grab at the coffee shop. We've used common pantry items like canned pumpkin, brown sugar, and cooking oil to create a treat that's both simple to whip up and incredibly tasty. Perfect with your morning coffee or as an afternoon pick-me-up, this homemade version will definitely become part of your fall baking rotation.
INGREDIENTS- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Eggs: 2 large
- Milk: 1/4 cup
- Ground ginger: 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Baking powder: 1/2 teaspoon
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- All-purpose flour: 1 3/4 cups
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup
- Brown sugar (packed): 1/2 cup
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Pumpkin puree: 1 cup
- Pumpkin seeds (optional, for topping): 2 tablespoons
- Step 7:
- Let the bread sit in the pan for 10 minutes then move it to a cooling rack until fully cooled.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 55-65 minutes until you can insert a toothpick in the middle and it comes out clean.
- Step 5:
- Transfer your batter to the greased loaf pan and even out the surface. Scatter pumpkin seeds on top if you want.
- Step 4:
- Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just enough to combine.
- Step 3:
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, both sugars, oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla until the mixture looks uniform.
- Step 2:
- Mix together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and all the spices in a bowl.
- Step 1:
- Get your oven hot at 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9x5-inch loaf pan with grease.
- Store your loaf in a sealed container for up to 3 days to maintain its moisture and freshness.
- Want more flavor? Try pouring some maple syrup or honey over the top after it's cooled down.
- This loaf keeps well in the freezer. Just wrap it tight in plastic and freeze for up to 3 months. Leave it out overnight when you're ready to eat it.
- Don't have pumpkin seeds? You can use chopped pecans or walnuts instead for a nice crunch.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Try swapping half the oil with unsweetened applesauce for an even moister texture.
This DIY Starbucks-style pumpkin loaf hits all the right notes if you're craving that famous fall treat. It's really easy to make at home and delivers those cozy autumn flavors we all crave. The mix of pumpkin, warm spices, and sweetness makes it perfect alongside your coffee. Enjoy it for breakfast, as a snack, or even dessert. Add those pumpkin seeds on top or drizzle with some maple syrup for an extra touch that makes autumn taste even better!
FAQsCan I freeze this pumpkin bread?
You bet! Wrap it tightly in plastic and it'll keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just let it thaw on the counter overnight before you want to eat it.
Can I use fresh pumpkin puree?
You can definitely use homemade pumpkin puree instead of the canned stuff. Just make sure you drain off any extra water so your bread doesn't turn out too wet.
How can I make this bread healthier?
For a lighter version, cut the sugar by 1/4 cup and use unsweetened applesauce to replace half the oil in the recipe.
