Description

Moist, warmly spiced pumpkin bread topped with rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for fall brunches, snacks, or desserts, this easy-to-make loaf is comforting, flavorful, and adaptable to dietary preferences.

Ingredients

1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)

1/2 cup pure maple syrup or honey

1/3 cup coconut oil or vegetable oil

1/4 cup milk of choice

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

1/2 tsp ground ginger

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1 3/4 cups spelt flour or all-purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

6 oz cream cheese, softened

3 tbsp butter, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, maple syrup or honey, oil, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir to combine.
Fold in the flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
Let the bread cool completely in the pan before frosting.
To make the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt. Beat until fluffy and smooth.
Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled pumpkin bread, slice, and serve.

Notes

Use plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.

For a vegan version, use plant-based milk, vegan butter, and dairy-free cream cheese.

The bread can be made ahead and stored unfrosted for easy prep.

Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for extra texture.

Wrap and freeze individual slices for convenient snacking later.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg