Description
This Moist Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delectable autumn treat that captures the essence of fall in every bite. With its rich pumpkin flavor and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this bread is perfect for any occasion, from cozy breakfasts to festive gatherings. The creamy cream cheese frosting adds the ideal sweet touch, while the optional spiced streusel topping provides an extra crunch. Easy to make and wonderfully versatile, this pumpkin bread can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, making it a delightful addition to your seasonal baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with butter or parchment paper.
- In one bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugars, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth. Gradually combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; mix in powdered sugar and milk to reach desired consistency before spreading on cooled bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg