Air Fryer Pumpkin Bread

Yes, you read that right. Air Fryer Pumpkin Bread. Believe it or not, this delicious autumn treat can be made in your air fryer with little to no mess.

Plus, it cooks up quickly so you can enjoy a warm slice of pumpkin bread any time you want. Follow this easy recipe to make your very own air fryer pumpkin bread today.

These loaves make great gifts for neighbors and coworkers. They won’t believe you made them in your air fryer!

If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to add some fall flavor to your kitchen, you’ll love this air fryer pumpkin bread recipe.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious piece of pumpkin bread that’s crispy on the outside and moist and fluffy on the inside. Plus, it only takes less than an hour to cook! So why not give it a try?

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is the best way to store leftover pumpkin quick bread?

Wrap the bread in plastic wrap or cover the loaf pan with foil and keep it at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also refrigerate if you prefer.

Can this air fryer quick bread be frozen?

Yes, I do it often. If you plan on making ahead and saving – just wait for the loves to cool to room temperature. Then remove them from the loaf pans, wrap each of them tightly in plastic wrap and then place them in zip-top bags. Freeze for up to 4 months.

How Air Frying Works

While air fryers are relatively new to the market, the technology isn’t really a new concept. They basically work like tiny convection ovens that you can use on your countertop.

Similar to a convection oven, it circulates the hot air within the cooking area using a high-powered fan. This helps evenly distribute the heat around the food which not only creates more evenly cooked food but also reduced cooking times.

By circulating the hot air, which contains the fine oil droplets from adding a light mist layer before cooking, and allows you to remove the need for submerging our foods in heavy oils to create the deliciously crunchy foods we all love.

recipe for air fryer pumpkin bread

Ingredients for Air Fryer Pumpkin Bread

• pumpkin puree – not pie filling
• eggs
• vegetable oil
• granulated sugar
• all-purpose flour
• baking soda
• salt
• ground cinnamon
• pumpkin spice blend

Why do I need pumpkin puree instead of pie filling?

This is really important when making pumpkin recipes. Pay close attention to the recipe & see if it calls for one or the other.

This recipe calls for pumpkin puree, which is just pumpkin that is cooked & pureed. Pumpkin pie filling is the puree mixed with sweeteners & spices – which isn’t what is usually called for when it comes to most recipes that use pumpkin.

They are not usually interchangeable because it will change the flavor & possibly the consistency of the recipe you are making.

Air Frying Doneness Tip

Every air fryer is a bit different and they all cook at different rates – so in general, all cooking times are approximate based on the pan and temperature.

You can always cook the recipe longer if needed and reduce the heat a bit. If needed, you can tent the top if it is browning too much.

How to Make Air Fryer Pumpkin Bread

1. Preheat the air fryer to 330 degrees.
2. Prepare four mini loaf pans by lightly spraying with cooking oil or add a coat of baker’s release.
3. In a medium bowl, mix together the wet ingredients: pumpkin, eggs, and vegetable oil.
4. In a larger mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and seasonings.
5. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until mixed. Don’t over-work the batter.
6. Divide the batter between the prepared mini loaf pans.
7. Bake in the air fryer for 35 to 45 minutes, depending on the wattage. Test the middle of the bread with a toothpick. The bread is done when a toothpick returns clean and somewhat dry. (The pumpkin can tint the toothpick orange if it isn’t done.) You can also lightly press in the center of the loaf – if it springs back, the bread is done.
8. If the bread is browning too much but needs to cook longer, tent it with foil for the remainder of the cooking time.

I have a bake option and other special features on my air fryer, is that the setting? Or do you put it on “air fry” setting?

All of my recipes were created with an air fryer that had only a temperature & timer setting – since not all air fryers have all the additional settings.

You can use the bake setting when making recipes that you would traditionally bake – but if possible, please just set the temperature & time for this recipe.

What if I don’t have pumpkin pie spice?

I understand that you might not keep pumpkin pie spice on hand – or maybe you used so much last season that you may have run out. No problem – just blend the following ingredients together and you will have your own homemade pumpkin pie spice.

• 1/3 cup cinnamon
• 1 tbsp each of ground ginger, nutmeg, ground cloves
• 2 tsp Allspice

What other recipes can be made with pumpkin?

We love pumpkin recipes in this house – so we definitely have a lot of recommendations on what to make using pumpkin. Here is a small list of our favorites.

• Baked Pumpkin Donuts with Maple Glaze
• Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes
• Pumpkin Spice Cookies
• Best Pumpkin Pie
• Pumpkin Caramel
• Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter
• Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins

Can these loaves be made in the oven?

I have not tested this recipe in the oven. If you would like to make traditional, EASY pumpkin bread in your oven – try this super simple pumpkin bread recipe here.

How to prevent sticking in the air fryer

Sticking can often happen when using an air fryer. I understand that most would think to add non-stick spray to the basket to prevent this. I strongly encourage you to not do that.

Non-stick spray leaves a coating that won’t come off, even when washed. Over time – this will build up and cause smoking when you use our air fryer.

I also do not recommend putting down a sheet of foil. The idea behind air frying is to allow the air to circulate around the food.

This is why the basket or tray has holes in it. If you put foil down – this prevents the air from reaching all of the areas it needs to in order for it to cook properly.

Instead – I recommend spraying the basket with olive oil using this spray bottle. You can line the air fryer with perforated parchment paper.

Or you can use one of these really great silicone liners that still allow for airflow but are reusable and easily cleanable.

How long does pumpkin bread last in the freezer?

Pumpkin bread will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. Be sure to wrap it tightly in foil or plastic wrap to prevent it from drying out. When you’re ready to enjoy it, simply thaw the bread at room temperature or pop it in the microwave for a quick defrost.

What is bakers release?

Bakers release is a combination of oil, flour, and shortening that makes releasing cakes and other baked goods almost effortless.

To make Bakers Release – it is as simple as 1,1 & 1. 

• equal parts of all-purpose flour, shortening, and cooking oil – I like to do 1 cup of each.

Mix the ingredients together – whisking well. Store in an airtight container in the pantry or refrigerator. When ready to use, dip a pastry brush into the mixture and spread it over the cake pan.

How do you keep pumpkin bread moist after baking?

Pumpkin bread is best kept moist by storing it in an airtight container. You can also wrap the bread in foil or plastic wrap to help keep the moisture in.

Be sure to only slice what you plan on eating immediately. Just like a standard loaf of bread – it can dry out quickly once sliced. You can always reserve the heel of these just as you would regular bread to help keep the inner slices moist for longer.

Why did my bread flatten instead of dome once baked?

The dome of the bread is what makes it beautiful. Often times this can happen if the loaf pans aren’t filled high enough. Sometimes this can also happen if the sides are greased too much, giving little for the batter to hold onto as it is rising during the baking process.

Another thing that could be happening is that your leavening agent – in this case, the baking soda could be old. You want to make sure that it isn’t more than a few months old or it could hinder the rise when making bread.

If you have checked all of these things and your loaves are still flattening, it could be an elevation issue. To help combat this, try adding another half to 1 whole additional teaspoon of baking soda or even a teaspoon of baking powder to help that bread rise.

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