DESCRIPTION OF AUTUMN PUMPKIN DELIGHT BREAD
Autumn pumpkin delight bread is a healthier version of the traditional fall treat, using whole wheat pastry flour and natural sweeteners to create a moist, flavorful loaf. Infused with pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon, this bread brings the essence of autumn to your table. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a comforting snack, it’s topped with a luscious maple cream cheese drizzle that adds just the right touch of decadence.
RECIPE CATEGORY
- Breakfast
- Desserts
- Snack
SERVING SIZE
Serves 12
CUISINE
American
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
- Bake
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
- Fall
- Thanksgiving
- Halloween
- Winter
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
- Healthy
- High Fibre
- Low Fat
- Vegetarian
DISH TYPE
- Bread
INGREDIENTS FOR AUTUMN PUMPKIN DELIGHT BREAD
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup 100% pure pumpkin
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cane sugar
- 2 tbsp applesauce
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Maple Cream Cheese Drizzle:
- 3 oz cream cheese
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 to 2 tbsp milk
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Each serving approximately contains:
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 15g
PREPARATION FOR AUTUMN PUMPKIN DELIGHT BREAD
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the eggs, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, cane sugar, applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.
- Pour into Pan and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Prepare Drizzle: While the bread cools, beat together cream cheese, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle and Serve: Once the bread has cooled, drizzle with the maple cream cheese mixture before slicing and serving.
PREP TIME
15 minutes
COOKING TIME
55 minutes
TIPS FOR AUTUMN PUMPKIN DELIGHT BREAD
- Pumpkin Puree Tip: Ensure you’re using 100% pure pumpkin for the best flavour and nutritional benefits.
- Cooling: Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before drizzling to prevent the topping from melting away.
VARIATIONS
- Vegan Adaptation: Substitute eggs with flax eggs, use vegan cream cheese and a plant-based milk alternative.
- Add Nuts: Fold in chopped pecans or walnuts into the batter for added texture and flavour.
PREPPING AND STORAGE GUIDE FOR AUTUMN PUMPKIN DELIGHT BREAD
- Storage: Keep the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freezing: Freeze slices individually wrapped in cling film for up to 2 months. Thaw and toast to serve.
This delightful “Autumn Pumpkin Delight Bread” is not just a treat; it’s a burst of autumn flavours that bring warmth and joy with every bite!