Maine Heritage Pumpkin Loaf

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1 can pure pumpkin puree, 15 oz / 425 g
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2/3 cup water

Instructions

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   1.Preheat & Prepare Pans :Ensures even baking and easy release.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8x4-inch or 9x5-inch loaf pans (or line them with parchment paper).

   
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   2.Mix Wet Ingredients :In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and granulated sugar until completely smooth and well blended.

   
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   In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.

   
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   4.Fold Batters Together :Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula just until combined. Do not overmix, or the bread will lose its tender texture.

   
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   5.Divide & Bake :Check for doneness around 50 minutes.Evenly divide the batter among the 3 prepared loaf pans. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

   
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   6.Cool & Serve :Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10–15 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.