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Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Swirl

Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Swirl for Cozy Autumn Mornings

Delightful Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Swirl perfect for cozy autumn mornings, combining warm flavors and quick prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or regular salt if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan substitute
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 1/2 cup canola oil or other neutral oils
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée homemade or canned
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure for best results
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese or mascarpone as an alternative
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter or margarine/non-dairy butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar adjust for sweetness preference

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, kosher salt, and ground cinnamon in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and sugar with an electric mixer for about 5 minutes. Gradually add the canola oil, pumpkin purée, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla extract.
  6. Pour half of the pumpkin bread batter into the prepared loaf pan, dollop the cream cheese filling on top, and swirl gently. Pour the remaining batter over the filling.
  7. Bake for approximately 1 hour or until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing, and avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bread tender. Flavor additions such as chocolate chips or nuts are optional.

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