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Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting: The Best Cozy Treat

Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

A delicious and comforting pumpkin bread topped with creamy frosting, perfect for a cozy day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. For the frosting, beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and milk until you reach desired consistency.
  9. Spread the frosting over the cooled bread.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding walnuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Make sure to let the bread cool completely before frosting.

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Keywords: Pumpkin Bread, Cream Cheese Frosting, Cozy Treat