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Pumpkin Nut Bread with Toasted Hazelnuts and Cinnamon Sugar Topping

This pumpkin bread is a moist, flavorful loaf that features a tender crumb infused with pumpkin puree and warm spices. Topped with toasted hazelnuts and a cinnamon sugar sprinkle, it offers a crunchy texture contrast and appealing appearance, making it perfect for cozy autumn mornings.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Calories: 320kcal
Author: James Taylor
Servings: 8

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree unsweetened
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup toasted hazelnuts roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for topping
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Toast the hazelnuts in a dry skillet or oven until fragrant and golden, then roughly chop and set aside to cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in the pumpkin puree and vegetable oil until smooth and combined.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; do not overmix to keep the batter tender.
  • Stir in the toasted hazelnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
  • Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the loaf is golden brown.
  • While the bread bakes, prepare the cinnamon sugar topping by mixing melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  • Once baked, transfer the bread to a cooling rack and brush the top with the melted butter mixture, then sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar for a crunchy, flavorful top.
  • Let the bread cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy the moist, tender crumb with a crunchy nut topping and sweet cinnamon accents.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 250mg | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg