High Altitude Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
• 1 teaspoon baking soda (adjusted for altitude to prevent over-rising)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup granulated sugar (we reduce sugar slightly to maintain moisture)
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil for a subtle flavor)
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1/4 cup buttermilk (helps with tenderness and rise)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (Optional Add-Ins)
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (Optional Add-Ins)
• 1/3 cup raisins or dried cranberries (Optional Add-Ins)