Pumpkin Bread with Raisins and Pecans Delight

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Pumpkin Bread with Raisins and Pecans Delight.

1. Step 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two loaf pans.

2. Step 2

   In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, toss the raisins and chopped pecans with 1 tablespoon of the flour mixture to coat them.

3. Step 3

   In a mixing bowl, beat the sugar and butter together with an electric mixer until the mixture is fluffy. Add the pumpkin puree, orange juice, eggs, and vanilla extract, blending until everything is well combined.

4. Step 4

   Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing thoroughly until just combined. Gently fold in the coated raisins and pecans.

5. Step 5

   Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared loaf pans.

6. Step 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the tops spring back lightly when pressed. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the loaves to cool completely on wire racks before serving.