Description
Indulge in the flavors of fall with this Cream Cheese-Filled Pumpkin Bread. This delightful loaf pairs the rich, spiced taste of pumpkin with a creamy, luscious center that feels like dessert in every slice. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this moist and flavorful bread is sure to impress your family and friends. The recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for novice bakers while allowing experienced cooks to enjoy the process. Serve it plain, with butter, or elevate it with glazes for an extra touch of sweetness. With its warm spices and inviting aroma, this pumpkin bread embodies the essence of autumn in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 large egg
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- pinch salt (optional)
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix egg, pumpkin puree, sugars, oil, yogurt, vanilla extract, and spices until well combined.
- Gently fold in flour, baking powder, baking soda until just incorporated.
- Pour two-thirds of the batter into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, whisk together cream cheese filling ingredients until smooth.
- Layer cream cheese filling over the batter and top with remaining batter.
- Bake for about 48 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 48 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg