A delightful vegan pumpkin loaf with warm spices, perfect for any occasion.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two loaf pans.
Greasing the pans ensures the loaf doesn't stick and comes out easily after baking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, cloves, and nutmeg.
Whisking the dry ingredients helps to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agents.
In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and water until smooth.
Ensure the wet ingredients are well combined to avoid lumps in the batter.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Do not overmix the batter to keep the loaf tender.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
Tap the pans gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Check the loaves a few minutes before the timer ends to avoid overbaking.
Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooling on a wire rack prevents the bottom from becoming soggy.
Slice and serve the loaf as a delightful snack or dessert.
Serve with a spread of vegan butter or a drizzle of maple syrup for added flavor.