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Moist Pumpkin Bread: Best 5-Ingredient Cream Cheese Swirl

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A dense, moist pumpkin bread featuring a tangy cream cheese swirl. This recipe uses simple pantry staples to create a comforting, fall-themed loaf that is easy to make and perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  4. Beat in the egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Mix in pumpkin puree and sour cream until smooth.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, 2 tbsp sugar, and ½ tsp vanilla until smooth.
  7. Spoon half the batter into the pan. Dollop cream cheese mixture on top. Add remaining batter. Swirl with a knife.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best emulsification. Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough texture. Use 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and sour cream with coconut yogurt.

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