Archive | November, 2010

Pumpkin Pleaser

23 Nov



Ingredients 
5 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
4 1/2 cups sugar
3 tsp baking soda
3 tsp salt
3/4 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp ground cloves
1 1/2 tsp allspice
1 large can pumpkin puree
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
6 eggs
6 oz chocolate chips

Makes four loaves.

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Add the pumpkin puree, oil, water, and eggs. Stir well. Add the chocolate chips.
5. Pour the mix into loaf tins, leaving a fourth of each tin open. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about one hour.

This moist pumpkin bread caters to a wide range of palettes and maintains its flavor for weeks after initially baking. Package each slice individually in plastic wrap, and you have an instant Thanksgiving goodie that will surely be appreciated. Served with a steaming mug of apple cider, the bread is a satisfying breakfast treat. No matter how you decide to enjoy this delectable baked good, I guarantee it will truly be a success!