Pumpkin Swirl Bread is a delightful recipe that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin with a creamy cream cheese filling, all swirled together in a moist and delicious quick bread. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe from Love with Recipes promises to be a hit with family and friends alike.
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Pumpkin Swirl Bread
- Cook Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 bundt cake (approximately 12 servings)
- Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Ingredients:
- For the Bread:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 1 egg
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1/3 cup water
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 332.7
- Total Fat: 15.2g
- Saturated Fat: 5.8g
- Cholesterol: 56mg
- Sodium: 407.8mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 45.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 30g
- Protein: 4.7g
Instructions:
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
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Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, egg, and 1 cup of sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Prepare Pumpkin Batter:
- In a separate large bowl, mix together the canned pumpkin, 1 egg, 1 cup of sugar, pumpkin pie spice, margarine, and water until well combined.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until just moistened.
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Assemble the Bread:
- Reserve about 2 cups of the pumpkin batter. Pour the remaining batter into the prepared bundt pan.
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Add Cream Cheese Filling:
- Spoon the cream cheese filling over the pumpkin batter in the pan, trying to keep it in the center.
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Swirl Effect:
- Pour the reserved pumpkin batter over the cream cheese layer. Use a knife to gently swirl through the batters to create a marbled effect.
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Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.
Recipe Notes:
- This Pumpkin Swirl Bread is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days.
- You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of pumpkin pie spice to suit your taste preferences.
- Serve slices of this bread with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an extra special treat.
This recipe is not only delicious but also a perfect way to embrace the flavors of fall with every bite. Enjoy making and sharing this Pumpkin Swirl Bread with your loved ones!
