Description
This Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Bread is a moist and flavorful fall classic, combining aromatic spices and pumpkin puree with a sweet cinnamon sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, it’s easy to make and sure to delight with its warm, comforting flavors.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature by the time your batter is ready.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir or whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg into the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Bake: Pour the prepared batter into a greased loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping: Once the bread is out of the oven and still warm, brush the top with melted butter. Immediately sprinkle the mixture of sugar and cinnamon evenly over the top to create a sweet, crunchy crust.
- Serve: Allow the pumpkin bread to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy the warm, spiced flavors of this delicious loaf.
Notes
- Use canned pumpkin puree or homemade puree for best results.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture.
- Adjust baking time if using a different size loaf pan.
- The cinnamon sugar topping adds a delightful texture contrast but can be omitted if preferred.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
