Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze

Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze

Moist pumpkin bread with a crunchy pumpkin spice streusel topping and maple glaze. It's seriously the BEST pumpkin bread recipe!

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter

    melted, 55g

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

    65g

  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar

    packed, 50g

  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 15oz can pure pumpkin puree *SEE NOTES
  • 1 cup granulated sugar

    200g

  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar

    packed, 100g

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil

    100ml

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk

    110ml

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

    230g

  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

    60g

  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup

    85g

Directions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, mix together all of the ingredients and place in the fridge while you make the pumpkin bread.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 325F**SEE NOTES, grease the inside of a 9×5 loaf pan, and line with parchment paper. Make sure the paper comes up and over the two longest sides of the pan so it’s easy to lift out.

  3. 3

    While the bread bakes, mix together the powdered sugar and maple syrup. 

Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze

Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze

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About this Recipe

Craving the ultimate fall treat? This Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze isn't just a recipe; it's an experience, delivering unbelievably moist pumpkin bread crowned with a crunchy pumpkin spice streusel and a luscious maple glaze. You'll love how easily you can bring bakery-quality comfort into your own kitchen.

What sets this pumpkin bread apart is its incredible texture contrast: a tender, moist crumb perfectly complemented by a delightful pumpkin spice streusel topping that bakes up wonderfully crunchy. The finishing touch? A sweet maple glaze that adds another layer of irresistible flavor, ensuring every bite is pure comfort and warmth.

Prepare for a truly indulgent experience. You'll find a beautifully moist loaf, rich with the classic flavors of pure pumpkin puree, warm cinnamon, and cozy pumpkin pie spice. The streusel topping offers a delightful textural counterpoint, adding a pleasant crunch, while the sweet maple glaze melts into every crevice, creating a harmonious blend of sweetness and spice. It's a comforting bake, perfect for a leisurely afternoon in the kitchen, filling your home with inviting aromas.

While this recipe is perfect as written, you can easily adapt it to your taste. For an extra layer of texture within the bread, consider folding in a handful of chopped pecans or walnuts into the batter before baking. If you prefer a less sweet glaze, you can reduce the amount of powdered sugar or even swap the pure maple syrup for a touch of vanilla extract in a simple milk glaze.

This Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze is a perfect companion for your morning coffee, an ideal addition to a festive brunch spread, or a comforting dessert after dinner. Serve slices slightly warm to best enjoy the moist crumb and gooey glaze, making any occasion feel special.

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