A slice of pumpkin bread with cream cheese is a wonderful combination of fall flavors and creamy indulgence. This recipe is a great treat to enjoy over coffee in the morning or as a sweet dessert later in the evening when it starts getting dark and the night begins to get chilly. It’s one of those favorites for so many people during fall. Moist and spiced pumpkin bread pairs nicely with a rich cream cheese filling, creating a pleasing contrast of flavor and texture. We’re going to walk you through this pumpkin bread with cream cheese recipe, some tips to make the perfect recipe, and how it can be enjoyed throughout the season.
Ingredients for Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese
To make the best pumpkin bread with cream cheese filling you will need simple but flavorful ingredients:
For the Pumpkin Bread:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- ½ cup of brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon of ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon of baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Directions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: Mix all the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Beat till smooth and creamy. Keep aside.
- Stir together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves) in a large bowl. In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugars, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined. Add the dry ingredients gradually to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- To Assemble the Bread: Fill half of the pumpkin batter in a greased loaf pan. Then add a smooth layer of cream cheese mix on top, making sure it covers evenly. Put the leftover pumpkin batter on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Bake: Bake the loaf for 50-60 minutes or even more, until the inserted toothpick comes clean. Let it stand aside to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Tricks for the Best Ever Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese
- Use room-temperature ingredients: You would like each component of the batter and cream cheese layer to blend perfectly.
- Don’t overmix the batter: Too much mixing would make your bread heavy. This merely requires you to stir gently until all ingredients are well mixed.
- Let it cool: Letting the bread cool helps the cream cheese filling set properly.
Pumpkin bread with cream cheese is so versatile. It’s perfect for breakfast as you savor your warm cup of coffee or tea or as a mid-day snack. Add chopped pecans or walnuts for a little crunch or sprinkle cinnamon-sugar on top if you feel you want a little extra sweetness.
This pumpkin bread with cream cheese filling freezes well, too. Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer bag. Enjoy a slice thawed at room temperature, or warm it in the microwave for a few seconds.
Conclusion
Pumpkin bread with cream cheese is the ultimate fall treat, combining comforting flavors. Be sure that you will just be baking it for yourself, friends, or family while it’s enjoyed by everyone. Enjoy the best pumpkin-spiced sweetness of fall combined with this indulgent, easy-to-make bread recipe!
