Warm, spiced pumpkin bread made quickly in a mug or baked loaf, adaptable for any season and budget-friendly.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
→ Wet Ingredients
10 - 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin purée
11 - 2 large eggs
12 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
13 - 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-ins
15 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
16 - 1/2 cup chocolate chips
# How-To:
01 - In a large bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients until evenly distributed.
02 - In a separate bowl, beat together pumpkin purée, eggs, vegetable oil or melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
03 - Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
04 - Fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips if using, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
05 - Lightly grease a microwave-safe mug of at least 12 fluid ounces. Fill the mug halfway with batter, approximately 1/2 cup.
06 - Microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes until set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.
07 - Set oven temperature to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan to prepare for baking.
08 - Pour the full batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface to ensure even baking.
09 - Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until the bread is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
10 - Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
