Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this Cream Cheese-Filled Pumpkin Bread. This delightful recipe features a moist pumpkin loaf generously swirled with a rich cream cheese filling, making it the perfect treat for cozy gatherings or a sweet breakfast enjoyed alongside your morning coffee. Easy to prepare and packed with seasonal spices, this bread is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Whether you enjoy it plain, slathered with butter, or accompanied by a scoop of ice cream, each slice promises an irresistible combination of flavors that will keep you coming back for more!
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup liquid-state coconut oil
- 1/4 cup sour cream or 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 of salt (optional)
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing it.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine egg, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, coconut oil, sour cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and nutmeg. Whisk together until smooth.
- Gently fold in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and optional salt until just combined.
- Pour two-thirds of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- In another bowl, mix softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and flour until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the batter in the loaf pan.
- Spoon the remaining pumpkin batter over the cream cheese layer and smooth it gently.
- Bake for about 48 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 48 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider folding in nuts or chocolate chips into the batter before pouring it into the pan. If desired, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a healthier option without sacrificing taste.