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Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

A delicious pumpkin bread topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, perfect for cozy gatherings or as a sweet treat any time of year.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Bread

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with sugar alternatives
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar Can substitute with sugar alternatives
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs Can be replaced with applesauce for egg-free
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Can substitute with vegan cream cheese for dairy-free
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.25 cup butter, softened Can substitute with plant-based butter for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For frosting

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pan.
  • Gather all the ingredients on the countertop.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until well blended.

Mix Wet Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

Combine Mixtures

  • Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture and stir until just combined.

Bake the Bread

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top and bake for 60-70 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Prepare Frosting

  • In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.

Frost the Bread

  • Once the bread has cooled completely, spread the cream cheese frosting generously on top.

Serve

  • Slice the bread into pieces and enjoy.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container. This bread stays fresh for 2-3 days at room temperature and up to a week in the refrigerator.
Keyword Baking, Cream Cheese Frosting, Fall Recipes, Pumpkin Bread, Quick Bread