This is a recipe for super moist Pumpkin Bread made with Pumpkin Ale. Our new family favorite. I’m not going to tip toe around the pumpkin patch with this one, I’m just coming right out and saying…this is the best pumpkin bread recipe I have ever had. And adios, rest in peace, to the pumpkin bread recipe I’ve made for 30 years.
This recipe uses Pumpkin beer. I’m not an expert with the chemistry of what happens when you mix beer and flour, but even the great Heisenberg would stop the burners for a bite of this bread.
Happy October and happy 2nd Wednesday of October. That means that it’s time for Blogger’s Clue. Blogger’s Clue is a monthly party created by Liz over at That Skinny Chick can Bake. For each assignment, we’re given a clue, and a blog and we’re to take that clue and find a recipe. This month that clue was “Autumn.” I was assigned to Anna Dishes to sneak around and find something to celebrate this colorful season.
I will be trying her Pumpkin Goat Cheese Spread with Caramalized onions on Raincoast Crisps very soon. And her Seared Pork Stack will be hitting my Sunday Table before the holidays. But for now, I couldn’t resist her moist Pumpkin Beer Bread.
I wished I would have taken her advise and doubled the recipe. This recipe rocks. It’s so moist and it calls for cloves, which did not make an appearance in my old fashioned pumpkin bread recipe.
This bread is super moist and with a little layer of crispy crust, you’ll be slathering more than one slice of this bread with creamy butter. Smooth in flavor, the clove flavor shines through for a delicious loaf of Autumn bread.
Recipe for Moist Pumpkin Bread made with Pumpkin Ale (beer)
I hope you give this moist pumpkin bread recipe a try. And if you do, please come back and let me know how you liked it and give the recipe a star rating.
Your feedback is valuable to me for developing future recipes. And if you have a favorite pumpkin bread recipe, let me know, I’d love to give it a try.
And if you’re looking for more unique quick bread recipes, you won’t want to miss this one for Dark Chocolate Banana Bread, made in a cast iron skillet.
This is the best pumpkin bread I have ever had. Makes 2 loaves.
- 15 ounce Pumpkin puree canned
- 4 Eggs
- 1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil
- 1/2 Cup Olive Oil
- 2/3 Cup Pumpkin Beer lightly overflowing
- 1 1/2 Cup White Sugar
- 1 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
- 3 1/2 Cups All Purpose Flour
- 2 Teaspoons Baking Soda
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Salt
- 2 Teaspoons Cinnamon
- 1 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Nutmeg
- 1/2 Teaspoon Cloves
- 1/2 Teaspoon Ginger
- 1/4 Cup Raw Sugar for topping
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour 2 loaf pans. In a large bowl mix together the pumpkin, eggs, oils, beer and sugars until well blended.
- In a medium bowl, sift the dry ingredients, grate nutmeg, then stir with a fork. Add the dry mixture gradually into the wet ingredients, about a cup at a time.
- Blend until well incorporated but do not over mix. You can use a wooden spoon, stand mixer or a hand mixer. I went with a hand mixer and spatula since I doubled the batch, it was easier to contain in a larger bowl. Taste the batter and see if it has enough of the spice flavor you like. I sometime dash a bit extra of Pumpkin Pie Spice in at the end. Pour batter into the two pans and sprinkle top with raw sugar. The sugar is totally optional. I use it to get a sweet little crust on the bread. If you prefer a totally moist bread, skip it. If you don’t have raw sugar you could use white sugar.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, checking with a toothpick or skewer after 45 minutes. I prefer a very moist bread so I take it out just as it has set and the skewer is no longer wet.
- I try to remove it from the baking pans as soon as possible to stop the cooking and let it cool.
Looking for more pumpkin inspiration? Take a look at:
Pumpkin Pots a Creme with Candied Pecans
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Sam @ My Carolina Kitchen says
October 14, 2015 at 4:37 amI must be from another planet. I know about banana bread and zucchini bread, but pumpkin bread is a new one to me. Love how moist it looks and using pumpkin flavored beer would sure make a difference too.
Sam
Liz says
October 14, 2015 at 6:18 amI don’t think my family has ever met a pumpkin bread they haven’t loved! Your pick for this month looks fantastic!!!
Christiane ~ Taking On Magazines says
October 14, 2015 at 9:33 amI’ve seen a bunch of pumpkin beers at my grocery store this month. I think I’m going to have to pick out one of them and give this bread a go if it’s that fantastic (it sure looks like it is).
Debra says
October 14, 2015 at 9:34 amSo sad to have to give last rites to those old pumpkin bread recipes, but HELLO to this boozie one!
John/Kitchen Riffs says
October 14, 2015 at 9:55 amThe best? Gotta try it! Love the idea of pumpkin ale — always try to have one or two of those at this time of the year. So I’ll dedicate some to this recipe. 😉 Really inspired — thanks.
Lawyer Loves Lunch says
October 14, 2015 at 10:57 amI really really love pumpkin bread, and the way you described this one makes me want to rush home and make a loaf right now! Oh, and I’m loving your food pics lately, Lea Ann!
Linda@There and Back Again Food says
October 14, 2015 at 1:00 pmOh my! That bread sounds wonderful! I will be making some very soon!
Kate says
October 14, 2015 at 4:20 pmWe love pumpkin bread but I have never heard of adding pumpkin beer…that would be delicious…. It was only recently that I had my first Pumpkin Beer. Off to BevMo to find a good pumpkin beer for this bread!
Happy Valley Chow says
October 14, 2015 at 7:11 pmThis looks and sounds amazing! Great recipe 🙂
Happy Blogging!
Happy Valley Chow
Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet} says
October 14, 2015 at 11:40 pmWhat a perfect Autumn selection for this month’s theme. Looks so tasty.
Jean | DelightfulRepast.com says
October 15, 2015 at 9:04 amLea Ann, that looks wonderful. I love all kinds of pumpkin bread, but I’ve never had one made with beer! I’m not a beer drinker, but I’ll try this if I can buy just a bottle of beer rather than a whole six-pack. Love your photos, especially with the well-loved bread pan.
Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook says
October 15, 2015 at 11:30 amWhat a great recipe! Sorry you’ve been “deprived” of it for the last 30 years but it’s never too late to find a new favorite.
Susan says
October 15, 2015 at 3:12 pmWow, that’s quite an endorsement! The photo with the butter slice is making my mouth water. Sounds delicious!
cheri says
October 16, 2015 at 8:54 pmHi Lea Ann, we love pumpkin bread, love how you brought it to a new level.
Sue Lau says
October 19, 2015 at 6:54 pmWhen I saw the title I expected this to be more like a savory beer bread with a little pumpkin, but seeing it works as a tea bread is very interesting! I am going to have to try this and see for myself. Great post!