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Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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Looking for a delightful treat that captures the essence of fall? This Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe is the answer! The warm, inviting aroma of spiced pumpkin bread baking in your kitchen will create a cozy atmosphere perfect for any gathering. With its moist texture and rich flavors, this beloved family recipe is not only easy to make but also sure to impress. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as a sweet addition to your holiday table, this pumpkin bread topped with creamy frosting is bound to bring smiles and joy.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp (6 g) baking soda
  • 2 tsp (6 g) ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp ground cardamom
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (118 ml) canola oil
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs (US), room temperature
  • 1¼ cup (325 g) canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) vanilla extract
  • 4 oz. (113 g) cream cheese, room temperature
  • 4 tbsp (57 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup (125 g) powdered sugar
  • 13 tsp (515 ml) milk, as needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, whisk canola oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Gradually combine the dry mixture with wet ingredients; stir until just mixed.
  4. Pour batter into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan and bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter; add vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth.
  6. Once cooled, frost the bread generously.

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