Pumpkin Apple Bread

Pumpkin Apple Bread

Homemade Pumpkin Apple Bread is super moist and full of warm fall spices. It’s the perfect treat for brunch or a coffee break. A topping of sweet streusel is an added bonus and no mixer is needed!

Ingredients

  • 3 cups flour
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon allspice
  • 4 eggs

    slightly beaten

  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 ¼ cups sugar
  • 15 ounces canned pumpkin
  • 2 cups Apples

    chopped

  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 5 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon butter

    room temp

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350º.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and allspice.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs. Add oil, sugar and pumpkin and whisk until combined and smooth. Add flour mixture, stirring just until combined then fold in apples.

  4. 4

    Pour into 2 9 x 5 loaf pans and sprinkle with topping.

  5. 5

    Whisk together the flour, sugar and cinnamon. With your fingers, add butter and pinch until it’s combined.

Pumpkin Apple Bread

Pumpkin Apple Bread

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About this Recipe

Craving a cozy, comforting treat that captures the essence of autumn? This homemade Pumpkin Apple Bread delivers a super moist, flavor-packed experience perfect for any fall gathering or a quiet coffee break.

Why This Pumpkin Apple Bread Works

What truly sets this recipe apart is its incredible moisture, achieved through a generous blend of canned pumpkin and fresh chopped apples. You'll love how the warm fall spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice—infuse every bite, creating a comforting aroma and taste. Plus, with no mixer needed, it's wonderfully straightforward to prepare, culminating in a delightful sweet streusel topping that adds an irresistible textural contrast.

What to Expect

Prepare for a truly comforting treat with this Pumpkin Apple Bread. Each slice offers a soft, tender crumb, beautifully moist from the pumpkin and apple, while the medley of spices provides a warm, inviting flavor profile. The sweetness is perfectly balanced, making it rich but not cloying. A delicate, sugary streusel crowns the bread, offering a delightful crisp crunch against the tender interior. It's a naturally hearty bread that feels substantial and satisfying, ideal for a substantial breakfast or a delicious snack.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to experiment with your favorite baking apples; firm varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work wonderfully. If you don't have all the individual spices, a good quality pumpkin pie spice blend can be a convenient substitute. For those who prefer a less sweet bread, you could slightly reduce the sugar in the streusel topping, or omit the streusel entirely for a simpler loaf.

Serving & Context

This Pumpkin Apple Bread is an absolute star at any brunch spread, a welcome addition to a holiday breakfast, or simply a fantastic companion to your morning coffee or afternoon tea. Serve it slightly warm for an extra comforting touch, perhaps with a dollop of cream cheese frosting on the side.

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