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.

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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! 🍁✨

⏱️ 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 Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 slice	420	18g	35g	22g	4g	6g

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.