Description
Indulge in the ultimate seasonal treat with this dense and incredibly moist pumpkin bread. Featuring a decadent ribbon of sweetened cream cheese swirled throughout a spiced batter, this loaf perfectly captures the flavors of autumn. The use of oil keeps the crumb tender for days, while aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves ensure every bite is comforting and flavorful. It is the perfect pairing for your morning coffee or afternoon warm cider.
Ingredients
1 cup pure pumpkin puree
8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
2 cups all-purpose flour
1.5 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tsp pumpkin spice
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan thoroughly.
Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice in a medium mixing bowl.
Combine the pumpkin puree, oil, sugar, and eggs in a separate large bowl until smooth.
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a tablespoon of sugar until smooth.
Pour half of the pumpkin batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the batter and gently swirl with a knife.
Top with the remaining pumpkin batter and bake for 65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature to prevent the filling from sinking. For best results, use pure pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 65
- Category: Summer Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg