Description
Spiced Snickerdoodle Pumpkin Bread weaves autumn’s warmth into a delectable quick bread, blending cinnamon-sugar magic with rich pumpkin essence. Comfort and nostalgia converge in each delightful slice that welcomes seasonal cheer to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and coating a loaf pan with grease.
- Combine the dry ingredients in a medium bowl, whisking flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice until thoroughly blended.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until the mixture becomes light and airy, creating a smooth texture.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the butter mixture, ensuring each is fully integrated before adding the next.
- Fold in pumpkin puree and vanilla extract, stirring until the wet ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to maintain a tender bread texture.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, using a spatula to spread evenly and create a smooth surface.
- Create a cinnamon-sugar topping by mixing sugar and cinnamon, then delicately sprinkle the mixture across the batter’s surface.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean when the bread is fully cooked.
- Remove from oven and let the bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes to stabilize its structure.
- Carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack, allowing it to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Use freshly ground spices for more intense, vibrant flavor profiles in your bread.
- Check bread doneness early by inserting toothpick at 55 minutes to prevent potential over-baking.
- Modify recipe for gluten-free diets by substituting all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 263 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 169 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg