There’s something special about a warm, spiced loaf of pumpkin bread – pan de calabaza, especially when it’s baked into stunning mini Bundts using my go-to Nordic Ware Bundt Quartet Pan. These perfectly portioned treats are ideal for holiday gifting, hostess thank-yous, or seasonal brunch spreads that need a little something homemade.
This recipe has become a staple in my kitchen—especially on busy school mornings. My kids aren’t early eaters, but this pumpkin bread is one thing they’ll grab without complaint. It’s soft, comforting, and packed with superfoods, so I feel great about offering it any time of day.
Domestic Gourmet Pro Tip:
For an even richer, warmer flavor and a beautiful golden hue, substitute half the butter with Domestic Gourmet Organic Annatto Oil – Aceite de Achiote. It adds subtle earthy depth that complements the pumpkin spice beautifully.
🎁 Gifting Idea:
Bake a batch, wrap each Bundt in parchment or cellophane, and place them in decorative gift boxes with twine. They make thoughtful, personal gifts that feel festive and indulgent without the fuss.
iBuen provecho!
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Pumpkin Bread
Equipment
- Stand Mixer (or Large Mixing Bowl)
Ingredients
- 460 g all-purpose flour or 3 cups
- 2 cups pumpkin purée or one 15oz. can of pumpkin
- 2½ tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp salt
- 3 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- 2 cups light brown sugar
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ½ cup chia seeds
- 1 cup buttermilk can be substituted with sourdough discard by mixing ½ cup discard and a ½ cup water
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tbsp softened butter
- baking spray
Optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Gather the ingredients.
- Lightly coat the bundt quartet pan or loaf pans with baking spray.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, flaxseed, and chia seeds in a medium-size mixing bowl.
- In a separate large-size mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar and softened butter until fully incorporated and crumbly.
- Add two eggs to the brown sugar and butter mixture and whisk until evenly distributed.
- Whisk to combine the buttermilk or sourdough discard mixture into the brown sugar, butter, and eggs until silky smooth.
- Add ⅓ of the flour mixture from the medium size mixing bowl into the large mixing bowl and whisk until fully incorporated.
- Add ½ of the pureed pumpkin to the large mixing bowl and whisk until fully incorporated.
- Repeat this process of alternating the flour mixture and the pumpkin, making sure to whisk until no dry clumps appear in the batter.
For Bundt Quartet Pan:
- Evenly distribute the batter among the four bundts, filling each ¾ of the way to the top.
- Bake in the oven for 32-35 minutes. Insert a toothpick. The bread is done baking when the inserted toothpick comes out clean.
For Loaf Pans:
- Evenly distribute the batter between both pans.
- Bake in the oven for 60-65 minutes. Insert a toothpick. The bread is done baking when the inserted toothpick comes out clean.
After Baking:
- Remove the pan(s) from the oven and set aside to rest for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, invert the pan(s) to remove the pumpkin bread and allow it to cool to room temperature before serving.Optional: Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
- Store in a reusable silicone storage bag, wrap tightly with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container. It can be stored on the counter for up to 3 days, in the fridge for up to 7 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Freezing Instructions:
- Wrap pumpkin bread tightly in plastic and then heavy-duty aluminum foil beforehand.
Pro Tip:
- For an even richer, warmer flavor and a beautiful golden hue, substitute half the butter with Domestic Gourmet Organic Annatto Oil. It adds subtle earthy depth that complements the pumpkin spice beautifully.
Notes
Nutrition
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About the Author: Ciji Castro
Ciji Castro is the CEO and Executive Chef behind Domestic Gourmet, a premium food and lifestyle brand rooted in honoring ancestral cooking and Latin traditions. With a deep love for bold, heritage-inspired flavors and clean ingredients, Ciji leads the vision and culinary direction of Domestic Gourmet’s product line.
Her flagship product, 🌿 Domestic Gourmet Organic Annatto Oil – Aceite de Achiote, brings vibrant color and flavor to every dish—celebrating the flavors of her Cuban and Puerto Rican roots while meeting the standards of today’s health-conscious kitchens.
Through Domestic Gourmet, Ciji is on a mission to share the richness of cultural cooking with a modern and convenient twist—one thoughtfully crafted product at a time.
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