Description
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread is a delightful and moist treat that perfectly embodies the flavors of Fall. This easy-to-make recipe combines rich pumpkin puree with a creamy filling, creating a sweet loaf that’s ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. With just the right blend of spices, this bread is sure to become a family favorite. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or toasted with a pat of butter, each slice offers a comforting taste that captures the essence of the season.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup oil
- 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
- For the Cream Cheese Filling: 1 large egg
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, egg, light brown sugar, oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gently fold in pumpkin pie spice, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Pour two-thirds of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- In another bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the cream cheese filling until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the first layer of batter evenly.
- Pour remaining batter on top and spread out evenly.
- Bake for about 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are fresh to enhance flavor. Avoid overmixing to maintain a soft texture. For added flavors, consider mixing in nuts or chocolate chips.