Wrap yourself in the warmth of fall with this rustic pumpkin bread. A tender, moist loaf is infused with rich pumpkin and spices, then crowned with a golden brown butter streusel. Finished with a drizzle of pure maple glaze, it’s a slice of autumnal bliss perfect for any time of day.
Pumpkin Bread Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup olive oil for a healthy, moist crumb
- 1 cup brown sugar, adding a molasses depth
- 2 eggs, for binding and richness
- 1 cup pumpkin puree, the star of the show
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt for creamy tanginess
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for a sweet aroma
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (230 grams) for structure
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice for that signature fall flavor
- 1 tsp baking soda for rise
- 1 tsp baking powder for lightness
- 1/2 tsp salt to enhance taste
Brown Butter Streusel Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter for a nutty crunch
- 1/2 cup flour for the streusel’s body
- 1/4 cup brown sugar for sweetness
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice for spice notes
Maple Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 cup powdered sugar for sweetness
- 2-3 tbsp maple syrup for rich flavor
Instructions:
- Start by browning the butter for the streusel, then let it cool.
- Mix olive oil, brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, and vanilla in a large bowl.
- Combine the dry bread ingredients and add to the wet mix.
- Prepare the loaf pan and pour in the batter.
- Make the streusel with the cooled butter, then sprinkle over the batter.
- Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes.
- Cool the loaf and whisk together the glaze ingredients, then drizzle over the bread.
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