Description
Cream Cheese Pumpkin Bread is the ultimate fall treat, blending the rich flavors of pumpkin and cream cheese into a moist, tender loaf. The warm aroma fills your kitchen, inviting family and friends to gather around. Perfect for breakfast or as a delightful dessert, this easy-to-make recipe will bring cozy autumn vibes to your home. Whether enjoyed fresh or toasted with butter, each slice promises comfort and joy.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in pumpkin puree and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or freeze slices.