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Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

Moist Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

Indulge in this Moist Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect blend of spices and creaminess for your autumn celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour or whole wheat flour for a healthier twist
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda check freshness
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 2 tsp Cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg a little goes a long way
  • 1/4 tsp Cloves use sparingly
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar brown sugar can be used
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil or applesauce for a lighter version
  • 2 large Eggs use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree both canned and homemade work
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts/Pecans optional, omit for nut allergies
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Butter room temperature
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tbsp Milk adjust for consistency

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan

Method
 

Pumpkin Bread Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5 inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth and slightly pale.
  4. Fold in the pumpkin puree into the wet mixture until fully integrated.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just blended.
  6. If adding nuts, gently fold them into the batter until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake the pumpkin bread for about 50 to 60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. After baking, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. To make the frosting, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  11. Frost the cooled pumpkin bread generously with the cream cheese frosting.
  12. Slice and serve your beautifully frosted pumpkin bread with a warm beverage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh spices for maximum flavor and avoid overmixing. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature.

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