Easy Pumpkin Gingerbread
Gingerbread, pumpkin and molasses. Has there ever been a tastier trio?
This delightful dessert combines the warm, spiced flavors of traditional gingerbread with the rich, earthy sweetness of pumpkin. The result is a moist and aromatic treat that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. Enjoy the harmonious blend of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, complemented by the subtle pumpkin undertones, making it an ideal choice for cozy gatherings or a comforting fall indulgence. The candied ginger sprinkled on top makes it extra pretty and adds a little more sweet heat.
PrintPumpkin Gingerbread
Flavoured with classic gingerbread spices and a note of nutmeg this gingerbread combines all that I love about pumpkin pie and gingerbread.
Adapted from Simply Recipes
- Category: Muffins & Quick Breads
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups flour, spooned in
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 2 tsp. ground ginger
- 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Crosby’s Fancy Molasses
- 3 Tbsp finely minced candied ginger, divided
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 Tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Butter a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, salt, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin purée, melted butter, sugar, molasses, 1 Tbsp. of the candied ginger, eggs, and water.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing gently just until combined.
- Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle top with remaining 2 Tbsp. of candied ginger.
- Bake for about an hour, until a skewer poked into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes then run a knife around the edge of the loaf to loosen. Invert the pan to remove the loaf. Cool completely before cutting
Matt L
This was excellent! Great texture and moisture. I increased the spices and decreased the sugar a bit. Also used blackstrap molasses and it came out dark brown.
Kelly
This gingerbread was absolutely delicious and so moist. It was my Thanksgiving dessert this year. I served it with Molasses Caramel Sauce (also from this site) and a dollop of whipped cream.
Mandy
Fantastic recipe! Have made it a few times now and have received rave reviews. Thanks for sharing!
Sue
Recipe looks delicious – What size can of pumpkin puree – various sizes at grocery store :)
Thanks!
Crosby Molasses
Hi Sue, The recipe calls for one cup of pumpkin puree. We have lots of other pumpkin recipes on the website if you’re looking for ways to use up the rest of the puree in the can.
Marg
what size can of pumpkin puree is used for this recipe? There are several sizes of cans and it sure will make a difference if the wrong amount is used….how many ounces or cups of pumpkin puree??
Crosby Molasses
Hi Marg, The recipe calls for one cup of puree (not a whole can). Enjoy!
lucille Scott
I would like the nutritional information on the pumpkin oatmeal muffins… and the spicy pumpkin bread….. and the pumpkin gingerbread …..my mom used to make gingerbread and whipped cream was a favorite often there was seven of us…in the family…love Crosby’s molasses …mmmm go good…….used to have molasses and hot tea buscuits …woo so good…..I grew up on a 100 acre farm in Mount Forest Area ..i am married and live in Toronto ….looking forward to your e mail with the nutritional information ….thank you Lucille
Crosby Molasses
Hi Lucille, I love your molasses memories! I will email the nutritional info for the muffins. Unfortunately I don’t have the nutritional information for the other two recipes.
Enid Marsden
Would love to receive recipes in my email Thanks
Crosby Molasses
Hi Enid, Would you like me to add your email address to our recipe distribution list? Just let me know.
Penny Snell
Bridget I am looking for a great recipe for Gingerbread Loaf. Do you have one in your Crosby collection? Thank you , have a great day.
Penny
helen cecckin
the carved pumpkins look great…what a good job quite artistic.
helen cecckin
What a great job with the pumpkin carving.they look great.