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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread

This Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread combines moist pumpkin and creamy cheese filling for a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American, Fall
Servings 8 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the bread

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree adds moisture and flavor
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar provides sweetness and slight moisture
  • 1/4 cup oil helps keep the bread moist
  • 1/4 cup sour cream adds moisture and richness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1/2 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice provides warm spice flavor
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour structure
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder helps bread rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda aids in leavening
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt balances sweetness

For the cream cheese filling

  • 1 large egg for cheese filling, binds ingredients
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened adds creaminess
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar sweetens filling
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour for cheese filling, thickens

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 9 x 5 loaf pan by greasing it generously with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, egg, brown sugar, oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
  • Gently fold in the pumpkin pie spice, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
  • Pour about two-thirds of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Cream Cheese Filling

  • In a medium bowl, whisk the softened cream cheese, egg, granulated sugar, and three tablespoons of flour until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the cream cheese filling over the batter in the loaf pan and spread it gently and evenly.
  • Pour the remaining batter on top of the cream cheese filling, spreading it out gently.

Baking

  • Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
  • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before carefully removing it and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To enhance flavor, consider adding cinnamon or nutmeg to the cream cheese mixture. Ensure the cream cheese is softened for smooth mixing.
Keyword Cozy Treat, Cream Cheese Filling, easy recipe, Fall Baking, pumpkin bread