Description
Indulge in this classic autumn treat featuring a moist, spiced pumpkin loaf topped with a velvety, tangy cream cheese frosting. The balance of warm spices and earthy pumpkin creates a dense yet soft crumb that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe ensures a professional finish that is easy to achieve in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
15 oz can 100% pure pumpkin puree
2 cups all-purpose flour
1.5 cups granulated sugar
0.5 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp baking soda
0.5 tsp salt
8 oz cream cheese, softened
0.5 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 loaf pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
In a separate container, beat eggs, pumpkin puree, and vegetable oil until uniform.
Fold wet ingredients into dry until just incorporated.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 60 to 65 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.
Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
For the frosting, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled loaf before slicing.
Notes
Ensure all frosting ingredients are at room temperature to avoid lumps. Store leftover bread in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese content.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg