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To achieve a light and fluffy texture in your Pumpkin Spice Snack Loaf with Nuts, the first crucial step involves creaming together the sugars and eggs. Begin by combining granulated sugar and brown sugar in a mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the sugars and eggs together until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy, typically around 3 to 5 minutes. This process incorporates air into the batter, which helps to create a tender crumb in the finished loaf.

Pumpkin Spice Snack Loaf with Nuts

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Spice Snack Loaf with Nuts. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this delightful loaf combines pumpkin puree and a warm blend of spices, creating a sweet and nutty treat. Easy to make, it features all-purpose flour, rich sugars, and crunchy walnuts or pecans. Whether enjoyed warm with coffee or as a post-dinner dessert, this loaf captures the essence of autumn in every slice.
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp ground cinnamon

½ tsp ground nutmeg

½ tsp ground ginger

¼ tsp ground cloves

½ tsp salt

¾ cup granulated sugar

½ cup brown sugar, packed

2 large eggs

1 cup pure pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)

½ cup vegetable oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped

½ cup raisins or cranberries (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves), and salt. Set it aside.

      Combine Sugars and Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth and well combined.

        Add Pumpkin and Oil: Stir in the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the sugar-egg mixture until fully incorporated.

          Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.

            Fold in Nuts and Optional Ingredients: Gently fold in the chopped nuts and raisins or cranberries, if using, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

              Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

                Cool: Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

                  Slice and Serve: Once cooled, slice the loaf and serve it as a delightful snack or breakfast treat. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea for the perfect autumn experience!

                    Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 1 hr 10 min | 10 slices