Treacle Pumpkin Bread
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This is my go to recipe whenever I want something warm and comforting that won't keep me in the kitchen all afternoon. The beauty of treacle pumpkin bread is how quickly it comes together, ready to bake in just twenty minutes and on the table in under an hour. Pumpkin puree is packed with vitamin A, which is wonderful for your eyes and skin, and it keeps the bread incredibly moist without needing loads of oil. The deep molasses flavor from the treacle syrup pairs beautifully with the subtle sweetness of pumpkin, creating something that feels indulgent but remains simple enough for a weeknight bake. My family asks for this constantly, and honestly, it's become one of my favorite recipes to share.
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Ingredients
- 200 gpumpkin puree
- 150 mltreacle syrup
- 100 gbrown sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 2eggs
- 250 gplain flour
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 1 mlvanilla extract
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf tin.
Tip: Use a non-stick tin for easy release.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Make sure to beat the butter until it's pale and fluffy.
- 3
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the pumpkin puree.
Tip: Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure the dry ingredients are well combined.
- 5
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 6
Stir in the treacle syrup and vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure the syrup is fully incorporated.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure the batter is evenly distributed.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Check the bread regularly to avoid overcooking.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tip: Let the bread cool completely before slicing.
- 10
Once cool, slice and serve. Enjoy!
Tip: You can dust the bread with powdered sugar for extra flavor.
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