A delightful spiced pumpkin loaf with a nutty twist, perfect for cozy mornings or as a sweet treat.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Always preheat your oven to ensure even baking.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
Sifting helps to aerate the flour and evenly distribute the spices.
In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, olive oil, eggs, water, and sugar until smooth.
Ensure the wet ingredients are well combined for a uniform batter.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender.
Fold in the chopped walnuts.
Gently fold to avoid breaking the walnuts into tiny pieces.
Pour the batter into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan and smooth the top.
Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Check the loaf at the 50-minute mark to avoid overbaking.
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Cooling on a rack prevents the bottom from becoming soggy.
Slice and serve your delicious spiced pumpkin walnut loaf.
Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy treat.