Honey Pumpkin Bread – A Sweet and Cozy Fall Favorite

When the leaves start turning and the air gets crisp, there’s nothing quite like the warm aroma of pumpkin bread baking in the oven. This honey pumpkin bread recipe is sweet, moist, and full of fall flavors — perfect for cozy mornings, holiday gatherings, or just a treat with your afternoon tea. Best of all, it’s super easy to make with simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

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Why You’ll Love This Honey Pumpkin Bread

• Naturally sweetened with honey – gives a rich, earthy sweetness that pairs perfectly with pumpkin.
• Moist and tender crumb – no dry bread here, just soft slices that stay fresh for days.
• Versatile treat – enjoy it for breakfast, dessert, or even pack it in lunchboxes.
• Perfect fall recipe – pumpkin + warm spices = autumn in every bite!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie)
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cups chopped walnuts

How To Make Honey Pumpkin Bread

• Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease and flour the bottom of a standard loaf pan (like this ONE).
• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, sugar, and honey with a mixer. Add pumpkin puree and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
• Slowly stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined (don’t overmix!). Fold in walnuts.
• Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
• Bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. May take a little longer depending on the size of loaf pan.
• Let cool for 15 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.

Tips & Variations

• Add a different crunch – Stir in a handful of chopped pecans or pumpkin seeds instead of walnuts.
• Make it sweeter – Drizzle with a honey glaze or cream cheese frosting.
• Switch the flour – Use half whole wheat flour for a heartier loaf.
• Spice it up – Add a dash of ginger or allspice for an extra flavor kick.

How to Store Honey Pumpkin Bread

• Room temperature: Wrap tightly and store for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerator: Keeps fresh for up to a week.
• Freezer: Slice, wrap individually, and freeze for up to 3 months. Just thaw and enjoy whenever the craving hits!

This homemade honey pumpkin bread is everything you want in a fall recipe — easy, delicious, and full of cozy flavor. Whether you’re baking for family, sharing at a potluck, or just treating yourself on a chilly day, this bread will quickly become a seasonal favorite.

So grab that can of pumpkin and a jar of honey, and let’s bake up some autumn happiness! 🍂🍯🎃