Pumpkin Streusel Bread

Moist, Sweet, and Perfectly Spiced

Fall baking never tasted so good! This Pumpkin Streusel Bread brings together everything you love about cozy autumn treats, a moist pumpkin loaf bursting with warm spices, a buttery streusel topping that adds irresistible crunch, and a maple glaze drizzle for just the right amount of sweetness. It’s a bakery-style quick bread you can whip up in just over an hour, making it the perfect choice for brunch, afternoon coffee, or a holiday dessert table. The best part? You don’t need fancy equipment, just a few basics from your kitchen. Slice it thick, serve it warm, and watch this pumpkin bread disappear faster than the leaves fall! 🍁✨

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⏱️ Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Servings: 6

📝 Ingredients List

For the Pumpkin Bread

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar, lightly packed (or light brown sugar)
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour

For the Streusel

  • 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice (or ground cinnamon)

For the Maple Glaze

  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • ¼ tsp maple extract (or vanilla)
  • 1 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp milk or cream

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Handheld electric mixer
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Light metal loaf pan (8–9″)
  • Wire cooling rack

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Prep the pan: Preheat oven to 350℉ (175℃). Grease or line an 8–9″ light metal loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Make the batter: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar with a handheld mixer (about 1 minute). Mix in pumpkin puree, then add eggs one at a time.
  3. Spice it up: Stir in cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and flour. Mix on low until just combined, don’t overmix!
  4. Prepare streusel: In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, flour, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until it resembles wet sand.
  5. Assemble: Spread pumpkin batter evenly in the loaf pan, then sprinkle streusel topping generously over the surface.
  6. Bake: Place in oven for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs. ⏲️
  7. Cool down: Let bread rest in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Make the glaze: Whisk together confectioners’ sugar, maple extract, maple syrup, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled bread. 🍁

💡 Pro Tips Section

  • Storage: Keep bread covered at room temp for 2–3 days, or refrigerate up to 5 days.
  • Freezing: Wrap slices individually and freeze up to 2 months, just thaw overnight before serving.
  • Flavor twist: Swap maple glaze with cream cheese frosting for an extra indulgent touch.
  • Serving idea: Serve warm with coffee or tea for the ultimate fall breakfast. ☕🍂

📊 Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 slice42018g35g22g4g6g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.