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Pumpkin Bread Loaves with Cinnamon Swirl | Easy Fall Baking Recipe
Michelle Carter

Pumpkin Bread Loaves with Cinnamon Swirl

Capture the essence of autumn with this moist and flavorful pumpkin bread. This recipe features a tender, spiced crumb loaded with pumpkin puree and a signature blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. A decadent ribbon of buttery cinnamon-brown sugar swirl runs through the center, providing a delightful caramel-like sweetness that perfectly complements the earthy pumpkin notes. It is the perfect bakery-style treat for crisp fall mornings or a cozy dessert to share with family and friends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the swirl:
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together sugars, eggs, pumpkin puree, oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon into a paste for the swirl.
  6. Pour half of the pumpkin batter into prepared pans.
  7. Spread the cinnamon-sugar paste over the batter.
  8. Top with remaining batter and swirl gently with a knife.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Ensure pumpkin puree is 100% pure pumpkin and not pie filling.