Looking for the perfect treat to whip up this Thanksgiving season? This Pumpkin Bread from the inspiring Leigh and Alston of Habitual Hostess has you covered! These two former University of Alabama roommates turned Greenwich locals are known for their creative and approachable entertaining tips. Their mantra, “Life is boring—it’s your job to make it fun!”, is the heartbeat of their recipes, entertaining advice, and knack for turning simple moments into memorable ones.
This one-bowl wonder is not only easy to make but also serves as the base for their decadent Pumpkin Bread Pudding—a perfect Thanksgiving dessert idea (if you can resist eating it all straight out of the oven!)
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Pumpkin Bread Recipe
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Ingredients:
- 1 stick butter, melted
- 1⅔ cups sugar
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin purée
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground clove
- 2¼ cups flour
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, pumpkin, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Sprinkle baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, clove, and flour over the wet ingredients. Stir until fully combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Bake for 70–80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing—or enjoy warm if you can’t wait!
About Leigh & Alston
Leigh and Alston are the creative minds behind Habitual Hostess, a go-to resource for effortless and stylish entertaining. Inspired by their shared love of cooking and cocktail making, these two bring their vibrant personalities and practical advice to hosts everywhere.
Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a festive holiday gathering, Leigh and Alston believe in making it fun and memorable. Their Substack Newsletter is full of tips, recipes, and inspiration to help you entertain with ease and confidence.
Make this Pumpkin Bread part of your Thanksgiving traditions, and don’t forget to share the joy!
