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Grandma’s Pumpkin Bread with Streusel

Irresistibly Cozy: Grandma’s Pumpkin Bread with Streusel Delight

Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cozy recipes, dessert, easy bread, Fall Baking, Pumpkin Bread, streusel
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 220kcal
A comforting and flavorful bread recipe capturing the essence of fall with rich spices and a crunchy streusel topping.
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Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • cooling rack

Ingredients

For the Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 te teaspoon baking soda make sure it’s fresh
  • 1 te teaspoon baking powder check expiration date
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon fresher yields richer flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg freshly grated is better
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves this secret spice adds complexity
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree opt for pure puree
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil can substitute with canola oil
  • 2 large eggs binds everything together
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar golden brown recommended
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or artificial

For the Streusel Topping

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar dark brown for extra flavor
  • 0.25 cup butter can be melted
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Glaze

  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, both sugars, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
  • Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  • In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, melted butter, flour, and cinnamon until crumbly. Sprinkle over the batter.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes then transfer to a cooling rack.
  • Mix honey and powdered sugar until smooth for the glaze. Drizzle over the warm bread.

Notes

This bread is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special snack with coffee. Store properly to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg