Pumpkin Bread in a Can

[Baggz1971]

Pumpkin bread in a can is exactly what it sounds like, pumpkin bread that is baked in a tin can! This is one of my favorites to give as gifts, just wrap it with a pretty ribbon.

Pumpkin Bread in a Can

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour*
1 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoons cinnamon
3/4 teaspoons cloves
3/4 teaspoons nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoons allspice
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups Extra Fine Granulated Sugar
1 cup solid pack pumpkin
1/2 cup oil
1/3 cup water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest
1/4 cup chopped nuts
1/4 cup raisins
You will also need 2 regular sized coffee cans for this recipe.

Source: Dixie Crystals

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Spray coffee cans with cooking spray. Use a pastry brush to thoroughly coat grooves in can.

Sift dry ingredients together and set aside.

Mix eggs and sugar. Add pumpkin, oil, water, vanilla, orange zest, nuts and raisins to egg and sugar. Mix all together thoroughly.

Add dry ingredients to above. Combine well.

Fill the coffee cans 1/2 full with batter. Place directly on oven rack. Bake for one hour at 350°F. Remove from oven and cool, in cans, 15 minutes or until bread turns loose from can. Invert on racks and cool completely.

Cut into rounds. If available, an electric knife is perfect tool for neat round. Spread with softened butter or favorite cream cheese icing.

More Bread in a Can Recipes

Banana Bread in a Can
Sandwich bread in a Can
Brown Bread in a Can
Pumpkin Bread in a Can

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[Melissa Burnell]

Mother’s Colonial Date-Nut Bread: A Family Heirloom Recipe

This Colonial Date-Nut Bread is a treasured family recipe passed down through generations, originating from my great-grandmother. It’s a timeless classic that embodies rich, sweet flavors from dates and a delightful crunch from chopped nuts, making it the perfect treat for family gatherings or a simple snack with tea.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Rich Heritage: This recipe is more than just a delicious bread—it’s a connection to the past, a taste of how our ancestors enjoyed their treats.
• Easy to Make: Despite its vintage origins, this date-nut bread is simple to prepare, with ingredients you likely have in your pantry.
• Unique Baking Method: The bread is baked in cans, which gives it a charming, rustic look perfect for a homemade feel.

Ingredients for Mother’s Colonial Date-Nut Bread: A Family Heirloom Recipe:

• 1 ½ cups dates, chopped
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp butter
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¾ cup chopped nuts (walnuts work wonderfully!)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Baking Cans: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease three No. 2½ cans. If you don’t have these specific cans, you can substitute with two 15-ounce cans and adjust the baking time accordingly.
2. Date Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped dates, baking soda, and butter. Pour in the boiling water and let the mixture cool to lukewarm.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Once the date mixture has cooled, add the sugar, egg, and vanilla, stirring well to combine.
4. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir in the flour and salt, then fold in the chopped nuts.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cans, filling each halfway. Place the cans directly on the oven rack and bake for 50-60 minutes. If you’re using smaller cans, reduce the baking time slightly.
6. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the cans for 5 minutes before turning them out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

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Baking Tips:

• No. 2½ Cans: These cans hold about 3½ cups of batter and are traditionally used for this recipe. If you don’t have these cans, two 15-ounce cans will work in a pinch—just remember to reduce the baking time.
• Electric Knife for Slicing: For neat, even slices, an electric knife works wonders, especially if you’re serving this bread for a special occasion.
• Storage: This bread freezes beautifully, so consider making a double batch and saving some for later!

This Colonial Date-Nut Bread is a nostalgic, sweet treat that’s sure to become a family favorite, just as it has been in ours for generations. Try it out and experience the magic of a recipe that has stood the test of time!

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