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Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
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Indulge in our Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe, a deliciously moist treat that perfectly captures the essence of fall. This delightful pumpkin loaf is enriched with warm spices and topped with a creamy frosting that elevates it to a must-try dessert. Whether enjoyed fresh for breakfast or served as a sweet snack, this versatile bread is sure to impress at any gathering. The combination of pumpkin puree and aromatic spices creates a cozy flavor profile, while the smooth cream cheese frosting adds just the right amount of sweetness. Easy to make and fully customizable, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels looking to celebrate autumn flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp ground cardamom
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1¼ cups canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–3 tsp milk, as needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, and salt; whisk together.
  3. In another bowl, mix canola oil, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; stir gently until combined.
  5. Pour batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; add vanilla and powdered sugar. Adjust consistency with milk if needed.
  7. Once cooled, frost the pumpkin bread generously before slicing.

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