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Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

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This pumpkin bread is fall heaven! Takes about 2 hours start to finish. The bread stays super moist while cream cheese mascarpone frosting takes it next level. Those special steps really make difference. Made it for thanksgiving and everyone fought over last slice. Perfect autumn treat that's worth the effort.
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Updated on Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:55:43 GMT
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The Best Fall Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This pumpkin bread is everything I love about fall baking wrapped up in one perfect loaf. The bread stays incredibly moist and fluffy while that cream cheese frosting adds just the right amount of indulgence. I love how the warm spices fill the kitchen with the coziest autumn aromas.

Why This Pumpkin Bread Always Impresses

What makes this pumpkin bread so special is how simple it is to make while tasting completely amazing. The spices blend perfectly with the pumpkin and that cream cheese frosting takes it to another level. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out this recipe won't let you down.

What You'll Need

  • Pumpkin puree: Fresh or good quality canned both work beautifully.
  • Flour: Regular all-purpose creates the perfect texture.
  • Spices: My favorite blend brings warm fall flavors.
  • Sugars: Two kinds for perfect sweetness.
  • Eggs: They make everything rich and tender.
  • Oil: Keeps our bread super moist.
  • Cream cheese: The base of our dreamy frosting.
  • Mascarpone: Makes the frosting extra special.
  • Powdered sugar: Just enough to sweeten.

Let's Make Some Magic

Get Ready
Prep your pan and get your oven nice and hot.
Mix Your Batter
Whip up those wet ingredients then gently fold in your dry ones.
Time to Bake
Let it turn golden and perfect in the oven.
Make That Frosting
Whip up the dreamiest cream cheese topping.
Make It Pretty
Add your frosting in beautiful swoops and swirls.

My Baking Secrets

Room temperature ingredients make such a difference in this pumpkin bread. Don't overmix your batter we want it light and fluffy. Always check your oven temperature and let that bread cool completely before frosting.

Keep It Fresh

Your plain pumpkin bread will stay fresh for several days in an airtight container. Once frosted keep it in the fridge. Want to mix things up? Try adding nuts chocolate chips or some orange zest. The possibilities are endless.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why use cold cream cheese for frosting?

Cold cream cheese whips better and requires less sugar for stability.

→ Why add a butter line on top?

It helps the loaf crack evenly while baking instead of breaking randomly.

→ Can I use pumpkin pie filling?

No, use pure pumpkin puree as pie filling has added ingredients that affect texture.

→ Why not use a stand mixer for frosting?

Hand mixer gives better control to avoid over-whipping, which makes frosting runny.

→ How do I store this?

Keep refrigerated due to cream cheese frosting for 2-3 days.

Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

A moist, spiced pumpkin loaf topped with a rich cream cheese and mascarpone frosting. Perfect for fall baking.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
45 Minutes
Total Time
60 Minutes
By: Mina

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 6 Servings (1 loaf)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 240g all-purpose flour.
02 1/2 teaspoon baking powder.
03 1 teaspoon baking soda.
04 1/2 teaspoon salt.
05 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice.
06 100g granulated sugar.
07 100g brown sugar.
08 3 eggs, room temperature.
09 180g vegetable oil.
10 215g pumpkin puree.
11 226g cream cheese, cold.
12 57g mascarpone, cold.
13 30g powdered sugar, sifted.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 175°C/350°F.

Step 02

Grease 9x5 inch loaf pan.

Step 03

Whip oil, eggs, sugars until fluffy.

Step 04

Fold in pumpkin puree.

Step 05

Sift and fold in dry ingredients.

Step 06

Add butter line on top.

Step 07

Bake 45-50 minutes.

Step 08

Cool completely.

Step 09

Whip cold ingredients until fluffy.

Step 10

Pipe onto cooled bread.

Notes

  1. Use cold cream cheese for frosting.
  2. Don't overwhip frosting.
  3. Store refrigerated 2-3 days.
  4. Pure pumpkin, not pie filling.

Tools You'll Need

  • Digital scale.
  • Loaf pan.
  • Electric hand mixer.
  • Cooling rack.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (cream cheese, mascarpone).
  • Wheat (flour).
  • Eggs.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 495
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 75 g
  • Protein: 10 g