Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread. This moist and spiced loaf features a rich cream cheese filling that adds a delightful twist, making it perfect for gatherings, brunches, or cozy evenings at home. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or toasted with a pat of butter, each slice promises to deliver warmth and satisfaction.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and sugar until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients using a rubber spatula until just mixed; some lumps are fine.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for approximately 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For richer flavor, use fresh pumpkin puree if available. Add walnuts or pecans for added texture and crunch. Ensure you do not overmix the batter; this will keep your bread light and fluffy.