Description
Cinnamon Swirl Pumpkin Bread is a delightful fall treat that perfectly combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and cinnamon in a moist, tender loaf. This bread is not only visually appealing with its beautiful swirl but also versatile enough to be enjoyed as breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Whether served plain or enhanced with butter, cream cheese, or maple syrup, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Its simple preparation makes it accessible for bakers of all levels, while its comforting taste evokes the essence of autumn. Perfect for cozy weekends at home or festive gatherings, this bread will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- For the cinnamon swirl filling, combine ground cinnamon and granulated sugar in a small bowl.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle half of the cinnamon filling on top. Add the remaining batter and repeat with the rest of the filling.
- Use a knife to gently swirl through the batter.
- Bake for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use fresh spices for more flavor impact. You can customize this bread by adding nuts or chocolate chips. Make sure not to overmix; some lumps are okay.