Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread
Warm spices, rich pumpkin, and a tender crumb — this loaf delivers everything you want from a classic fall quick bread, and it makes 10 generous slices that disappear fast. The combination of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves creates that deeply aromatic, cozy scent that fills the whole kitchen while it bakes. Getting a wheat-free quick bread to actually hold together can be tricky, but the xanthan gum (or a blend that already contains it) does the structural work that gluten normally would, giving you a slice that's moist and cohesive rather than crumbly. Canned pumpkin purée keeps the batter beautifully hydrated, while the mix of granulated and brown sugar adds a subtle caramel depth that takes it beyond basic. The parchment sling trick makes getting the loaf out of the pan effortless, and the full cooling time is worth the patience — it slices cleanly and tastes even better once it's had a chance to set. Optional chopped walnuts or pecans add a satisfying crunch if you want a little texture in every bite. Whether you're baking for a crowd or just want something special on the counter all week, this one is a reliable, crowd-pleasing bake from start to finish.
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10 servings
- 1 ¾ cups gluten free flour blend
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp xanthan gum (omit if your flour blend already contains it)
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable oil)
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with a strip of parchment paper that overhangs the two long sides, so you can lift the loaf out cleanly.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour blend, baking soda, baking powder, xanthan gum, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until evenly combined.
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