Pumpkin spiced bread

COURSE:
Breakfast, Snack

Pumpkin Spice Bread: A Warm, Aromatic Treat for Any Season

Embrace the comforting flavours of autumn with our Pumpkin Spice Bread, a moist and aromatic loaf that’s perfect for any time of year. Packed with the rich, seasonal flavours of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this easy-to-make bread fills your kitchen with the warm, inviting scent of freshly baked goodness. Whether you’re enjoying a slice with your morning coffee or serving it as a sweet treat after dinner, this pumpkin spice bread is sure to become a favourite.

Made using the Instant Pot, this recipe ensures a perfectly soft and tender loaf, without the wait or fuss of traditional baking methods. The Instant Pot’s gentle heat locks in moisture, creating a rich, fluffy texture that makes each bite melt in your mouth. The blend of spices and pumpkin gives this bread its signature warmth, making it an ideal option for cosy gatherings, holidays, or whenever you’re in the mood for a comforting snack.

Top it with a dollop of cream cheese, a drizzle of glaze, or enjoy it plain—either way, Pumpkin Spice Bread is a delightful, seasonal treat that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Perfect for baking in the Instant Pot, it’s a quick and easy way to indulge in the sweet and spicy flavours of fall.

Pumpkin Spice Bread

Prep Time:
15 minutes

Cook Time:
70 minutes

Servings:
7 servings

Total Time:
85 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 3/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 3/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Set aside.
  2. Coat the inside of a 6-cup bundt pan with non-stick spray. Set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer, cream the butter with the sugar in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Add the eggs one at a time and beat until uniform.
  4. Add the pumpkin, vanilla, spices and salt, and mix to combine. Mixture will be grainy looking.
  5. Add the flour/baking powder mixture and gently combine with a rubber spatula just until uniform. Do not overmix.
  6. Spread batter into the bundt pan and cover with foil, sealing edges.
  7. Put 1 1/2 cups of water and the trivet in the Instant Pot. Carefully lower the bundt pan onto the trivet.
  8. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 50 minutes.
  9. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then release the remaining steam.
  10. Carefully remove the pan from the Instant Pot and let cool for 5-10 minutes, then urn out onto a plate.
Pumpkin spiced bread

Pumpkin Spice Bread

COURSE:
Breakfast, Snack

Prep Time:
15 minutes

Cook Time:
70 minutes

Servings:
7 servings

Total Time:
85 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 3/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 3/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Set aside.
  2. Coat the inside of a 6-cup bundt pan with non-stick spray. Set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer, cream the butter with the sugar in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Add the eggs one at a time and beat until uniform.
  4. Add the pumpkin, vanilla, spices and salt, and mix to combine. Mixture will be grainy looking.
  5. Add the flour/baking powder mixture and gently combine with a rubber spatula just until uniform. Do not overmix.
  6. Spread batter into the bundt pan and cover with foil, sealing edges.
  7. Put 1 1/2 cups of water and the trivet in the Instant Pot. Carefully lower the bundt pan onto the trivet.
  8. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 50 minutes.
  9. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then release the remaining steam.
  10. Carefully remove the pan from the Instant Pot and let cool for 5-10 minutes, then urn out onto a plate.

Pumpkin Spice Bread: A Warm, Aromatic Treat for Any Season

Embrace the comforting flavours of autumn with our Pumpkin Spice Bread, a moist and aromatic loaf that’s perfect for any time of year. Packed with the rich, seasonal flavours of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this easy-to-make bread fills your kitchen with the warm, inviting scent of freshly baked goodness. Whether you’re enjoying a slice with your morning coffee or serving it as a sweet treat after dinner, this pumpkin spice bread is sure to become a favourite.

Made using the Instant Pot, this recipe ensures a perfectly soft and tender loaf, without the wait or fuss of traditional baking methods. The Instant Pot’s gentle heat locks in moisture, creating a rich, fluffy texture that makes each bite melt in your mouth. The blend of spices and pumpkin gives this bread its signature warmth, making it an ideal option for cosy gatherings, holidays, or whenever you’re in the mood for a comforting snack.

Top it with a dollop of cream cheese, a drizzle of glaze, or enjoy it plain—either way, Pumpkin Spice Bread is a delightful, seasonal treat that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Perfect for baking in the Instant Pot, it’s a quick and easy way to indulge in the sweet and spicy flavours of fall.