Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread!

Introduction Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread is a delightful autumn treat that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin with a creamy cheesecake swirl. This bread is perfect for cozy mornings with a cup of coffee or as a sweet snack any time of the day.

Why Make This Recipe If you’re a fan of pumpkin spice and cream cheese, this recipe is a must-try. The moist and flavorful pumpkin bread complements the rich and decadent cream cheese filling, creating a heavenly combination that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

How to Make Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread Ingredients:

• 1/2 Stick unsalted butter, melted
• 3/4 Cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 Cup sugar
• 1/2 Teaspoon cinnamon
• Dash of salt
• 1 3/4 Cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 Cup sugar
• 1 Teaspoon baking powder
• 1 Teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 Teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 Teaspoon salt
• 1/2 Teaspoon baking soda
• 1 Teaspoon vanilla
• 1 Stick unsalted butter
• 1 Cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1 Egg
• 1/2 Cup milk
• 8 oz. Cream cheese
• 1/4 Cup sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 Teaspoon vanilla

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a bowl, mix melted butter, 3/4 cup flour, 1/4 cup sugar, cinnamon, and salt for the streusel topping. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, combine 1 3/4 cup flour, 1 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and baking soda.
4. In a separate bowl, cream together butter, pumpkin puree, egg, milk, and vanilla.
5. Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
7. To assemble the bread, pour half of the bread batter into the loaf pan. Add almost all of the cream cheese filling over the batter, swirling gently.
8. Top with the remaining bread batter, followed by the rest of the cream cheese filling.
9. Sprinkle the streusel topping over the top.
10. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
11. Allow the bread to cool before slicing and serving.

How to Serve Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread Serve the bread warm or at room temperature. Enjoy a slice on its own as a snack, with a cup of tea, or topped with a dollop of whipped cream for a decadent dessert.

How to Store Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread Store the bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze individual slices for longer storage. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating or serving.

Tips to Make Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread

• Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better incorporation.
• Be careful not to overmix the batter to prevent a tough texture.
• Swirl the cream cheese filling lightly for a marbled effect without blending completely.

Variation For a nutty twist, add chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel topping or mix them into the bread batter for extra crunch and flavor.

FAQs Can I use canned pumpkin for this recipe? Yes, canned pumpkin puree works well in this recipe. Just make sure it is not pumpkin pie filling. Can I omit the cream cheese filling? While the cream cheese filling adds a rich and creamy element, you can make a traditional pumpkin bread by skipping the filling and topping. Can I add chocolate chips to the bread batter? Absolutely! Chocolate chips would be a delicious addition to this recipe for a chocolatey twist.