Tired of staring at that mountain of leftover Halloween candy and wondering what to do? Get ready to transform those sweet treats into a mouthwatering masterpiece that will have everyone begging for seconds! This Leftover Halloween Candy Pumpkin Bread is the ultimate culinary hack that turns post-Halloween sugar overload into a delectable, moist, and irresistible loaf that screams autumn comfort. Imagine biting into a slice of warm, spiced pumpkin bread studded with surprise bursts of chopped candy - it's like a treasure hunt in every bite!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup leftover Halloween candy, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, and vegetable oil. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
- Add the eggs to the bowl one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Make sure there are no lumps in the dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Fold in the chopped leftover Halloween candy, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve your delicious Leftover Halloween Candy Pumpkin Bread as a sweet treat for breakfast or dessert. Enjoy!
Tips
- • Use a variety of chopped Halloween candy for maximum flavor complexity • Chop candy into small, uniform pieces to distribute evenly throughout the batter • If the bread's top browns too quickly, cover with aluminum foil to prevent burning • Let the bread cool completely before slicing for the best texture • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days • For extra indulgence, serve warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of caramel • Experiment with different types of candy - chocolate bars, caramels, and nut-based candies work best • Use room temperature eggs and ingredients for smoother batter incorporation
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg
