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Pumpkin Bread with Brown Sugar Streusel Topping

Name: Pumpkin Bread with Brown Sugar Streusel Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/4 tsp ground cloves; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 cup pumpkin puree; 2 large eggs; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Servings: 10 Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Difficulty: Beginner

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Introduction

Pumpkin bread is one of those classic fall treats that instantly fills your kitchen with warmth and comfort. This recipe takes it up a notch with a buttery, crunchy brown sugar streusel topping that adds sweetness, texture, and a bakery-style finish. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this moist and flavorful bread is ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon snack with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Whether you’re making it for your family, holiday gatherings, or as a thoughtful homemade gift, this pumpkin bread is guaranteed to impress.

Why I Love This Recipe ❤️

I love this recipe because it’s incredibly moist, full of pumpkin flavor, and topped with the most irresistible crumbly streusel. The bread itself is tender and packed with fall spices, while the brown sugar topping adds that perfect crunch with every bite.

It also keeps beautifully, meaning you can enjoy it for days—or freeze slices for quick treats later on. Plus, it’s a recipe that looks bakery-worthy without being complicated.

Why It’s a Must-Try Dish

This pumpkin bread is a must-try because:

The streusel topping makes it special, elevating it beyond basic pumpkin bread.
It’s easy to make, even for beginner bakers.
It’s moist, flavorful, and comforting, perfect for fall and holiday baking.
It’s versatile—enjoy it plain, with butter, or dressed up as dessert.

If you want a pumpkin recipe that delivers big flavor and texture, this one should be at the top of your list.

Recipe Information

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Calories per Serving: ~280 kcal

Cuisine and Course

Cuisine: American
Course: Dessert / Breakfast / Snack

Ingredients

For the Pumpkin Bread:

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Streusel Topping:

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Simple Directions

Mix the streusel topping and set aside.
Combine dry ingredients, then wet ingredients separately.
Mix them together and pour into a loaf pan.
Sprinkle with streusel topping.
Bake until golden and cooked through.

Step-by-Step Preparation Method

Step 1: Make the Streusel

In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Cut in cold butter with a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly. Set aside.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

Step 4: Combine

Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix.

Step 5: Assemble

Pour batter into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.

Step 6: Bake

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

How to Serve

Serve warm with butter or cream cheese spread.
Slice and enjoy with coffee, tea, or a pumpkin spice latte.
Dress it up with a drizzle of maple glaze for dessert.

Additional Recipe Tips

Be sure to use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
For the best streusel texture, keep butter cold when mixing.
Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bread tender.
Store at room temperature, wrapped, to keep it moist.

Variations

Nutty Pumpkin Bread: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread: Stir 1/2 cup chocolate chips into the batter.
Cream Cheese Swirl Pumpkin Bread: Add a cream cheese filling layer before topping with streusel.
Glazed Pumpkin Bread: Drizzle with powdered sugar glaze for extra sweetness.

Freezing & Storage

Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freezing: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil. Freeze up to 2 months.
Reheating: Thaw at room temperature, or warm slices in the microwave for 15–20 seconds.

Special Equipment Needed

9×5-inch loaf pan
Mixing bowls
Whisk and spatula
Fork or pastry cutter (for streusel)
Cooling rack

Conclusion

This Pumpkin Bread with Brown Sugar Streusel Topping is the perfect way to celebrate pumpkin season. With its moist, spiced bread and sweet, crunchy topping, it feels like a bakery-style treat made right at home. It’s easy, delicious, and versatile—whether you serve it for breakfast, snack, or dessert, it’s guaranteed to be a favorite. Once you try it, you’ll find yourself baking it again and again throughout the fall season.

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