Moist Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting
Get ready to bask in the cozy embrace of autumn with our Moist Pumpkin Bread topped with Cream Cheese Frosting! This delightful recipe blends the warm flavors of pumpkin spice with a creamy, dreamy frosting that will transport your kitchen into a fall paradise. Perfect for families, gatherings, or even a personal treat, this pumpkin bread will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10 slices) 1x
Ingredients
- For the Pumpkin Bread:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to a toasty 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Step 2: Whisk Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
In another bowl, beat the softened butter with the granulated sugar until fluffy. Mix in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until well blended.
Step 4: Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Step 5: Bake the Bread
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool the Bread
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for a bit, then move it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 7: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
Step 8: Frost the Bread
Once the bread is completely cool, slather on the cream cheese frosting.
Notes
Storage
Store the pumpkin bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Serving Suggestions
This pumpkin bread can be served as a delicious breakfast, a cozy snack, or dessert. Enjoy it with a warm mug of cider or your favorite fall beverage.
Variation Ideas
Feel free to add nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits to the batter for extra texture and flavor.