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Cream Cheese-Filled Pumpkin Bread

Cream Cheese-Filled Pumpkin Bread

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this Cream Cheese-Filled Pumpkin Bread. Moist and flavorful, this delightful loaf features a luscious cream cheese filling that complements the spiced pumpkin bread perfectly. Whether served warm with a cup of coffee or as a sweet treat at family gatherings, each slice is sure to evoke smiles and cozy feelings. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup liquid-state coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch of salt (optional)
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the egg, pumpkin puree, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, coconut oil, sour cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and nutmeg until well combined.
  3. Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and optional salt until just combined.
  4. Pour two-thirds of the batter into the prepared pan.
  5. In another bowl, mix together the cream cheese filling ingredients until smooth and pour over the batter in the pan.
  6. Carefully spoon the remaining batter over the cream cheese layer and smooth it out.
  7. Bake for about 48 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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