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Pumpkin Bread With Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting: The Best Fall Treat

Pumpkin bread is a delightful fall treat that pairs perfectly with creamy frosting.

  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 can (15 ounces) pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
  4. Add eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, mixing until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes.
  7. While the bread is cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  8. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  9. Once the pumpkin bread has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting generously on top.

Notes

  • For a spicier flavor, you can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
  • Make sure to let the bread cool completely before frosting.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Pumpkin Bread, Cream Cheese Frosting, Fall Treat