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Loaf of homemade pumpkin cream cheese bread with seasonal spices

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread

  • Author: Sarah Mendez
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8-10 servings) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread is a delicious fall-inspired treat with a moist pumpkin bread base and a creamy, sweetened cream cheese filling. This bread is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack during the chilly season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for cream cheese filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure the bread bakes evenly.
  2. Prepare the Loaf Pan: Grease a 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
  3. Make the Pumpkin Batter: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, egg, brown sugar, oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and lump-free.
  4. Add the Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the pumpkin pie spice, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Layer the Batter: Pour 2/3 of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly to form the base.
  6. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and flour until smooth.
  7. Assemble the Bread: Pour the cream cheese filling over the batter in the loaf pan. Gently spread it out evenly, then pour the remaining batter over the cream cheese layer and spread it gently.
  8. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. If the top browns too quickly, tent it with aluminum foil.
  9. Cool and Enjoy: Let the bread cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • If you prefer a lighter version, you can substitute the oil with applesauce.
  • You can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a healthier alternative.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Chopped walnuts or pecans make a great addition to the batter for a bit of crunch.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert/Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: pumpkin cream cheese bread, fall bread recipes, pumpkin bread with cream cheese, moist pumpkin bread, autumn dessert

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