Description
Warm autumn spices dance through homemade Pumpkin Bread, crowned with silky cream cheese frosting that promises comfort in every slice. Rich seasonal flavors invite you to savor a delightful moment of pure baking bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) canola oil
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups (300 grams) canned pumpkin puree
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (115 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons (60 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1–3 teaspoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F and lining a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Sift together flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt in a medium mixing bowl to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Whisk vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate large bowl until the mixture becomes smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring minimally to prevent overmixing and maintain a tender bread texture.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly to create a uniform surface for consistent baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean when the bread is fully cooked.
- Allow the pumpkin loaf to cool completely on a wire rack, which prevents condensation and maintains the bread’s texture.
- Prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and a splash of milk until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Once the bread has cooled, generously spread the cream cheese frosting across the top, creating an even layer for maximum flavor.
- Slice the frosted pumpkin bread and serve at room temperature for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Swap all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly version without compromising taste or texture.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more cinnamon or nutmeg for an intense autumn flavor profile that suits personal preferences.
- Check bread’s doneness early to prevent dryness; insert toothpick at 50 minutes and watch carefully to maintain perfect moisture.
- Ensure cream cheese and butter are room temperature for smoother, lump-free frosting that spreads effortlessly across the pumpkin bread surface.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 255
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 135 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg