Autumnal Delight: Homemade Pumpkin Loaf Bread with Sweet Pumpkin Filling

Embrace the essence of fall with this Pumpkin Loaf Bread, a delightful recipe that perfectly captures the warmth and coziness of the season. Made with rich pumpkin puree and a hint of condensed milk, these loaves are soft, flavorful, and filled with a sweet pumpkin filling, offering a comforting treat that’s perfect for crisp autumn days.

Why You’ll Love This:

• Seasonal Flavor: The use of pumpkin puree brings the quintessential fall flavor to your kitchen.
• Sweet and Soft: The combination of condensed milk and pumpkin makes for a moist, tender loaf with just the right amount of sweetness.
• Homemade Goodness: There’s something incredibly satisfying about baking your own bread, especially with the inviting aroma of pumpkin and spices filling your home.

Perfect Occasion: This Pumpkin Loaf Bread is perfect for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving celebrations, or as a delightful weekend baking project. It’s also a great way to use up leftover pumpkins from Halloween or your autumn harvest.

Decoration Tips:

• Dust with Icing Sugar: A light dusting of icing sugar before serving can add a touch of elegance and sweetness.
• Top with Pumpkin Seeds: For added crunch and visual appeal, sprinkle some pumpkin seeds on top of the loaf before baking.
• Serve with Spiced Butter: Combine butter with a hint of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger for a flavorful spread that complements the pumpkin taste.

Ingredients for 2 Loaf Breads:

• Bread Flour: 600g
• Instant Yeast: 12g
• Salt: 8g
• Granulated Sugar: 60g
• Eggs: 2
• Cold Milk: 220ml
• Condensed Milk: 40g
• Pumpkin Puree: 70g
• Unsalted Butter: 80g

Homemade Pumpkin Puree:

• Pumpkin: 300-350g

Filling:

• Pumpkin Puree: 180g
• Sugar: 20g
• Unsalted Butter: 20g

Bread Preparation:

1. In an electric mixer, combine bread flour, instant yeast, salt, sugar, eggs, cold milk, condensed milk, and 70g of pumpkin puree.
2. Knead for 20 minutes.
3. Add butter and knead for an additional 8 minutes.
4. Let the dough rest for 90 minutes.

Homemade Pumpkin Puree Preparation:

1. Steam pumpkin for about 20 minutes and puree it.

Filling Preparation:

1. Mix 180g of pumpkin puree with sugar and butter until well combined.

Assembly:

1. Divide the dough for two loaf pans (size 9x4x4 inches).
2. Fill each loaf with the pumpkin filling.
3. Let the loaves rest for 1 hour and 45 minutes.
4. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 40 minutes.

Enjoy your homemade Pumpkin Loaf Bread, a heartwarming treat that brings the cozy flavors of fall to your table, perfect for savoring with family and friends!