Moist pumpkin bread loaf topped with streusel and honey glaze

Golden Crumb Pumpkin Loaf with Honey Drizzle

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Created on September 28th, 2025 at 10:15 am

Soft, Spiced, and Totally Irresistible

This soft and golden pumpkin bread delivers all the cozy fall vibes in every slice. With a buttery streusel topping and a delicate honey glaze, it’s the ultimate comforting treat for chilly mornings, festive brunches, or a relaxing afternoon coffee break. The best part? You don’t need fancy tools or hours of prep — just a bowl, a whisk, and your favorite loaf pan. Whether you’re baking for a cozy gathering or freezing a loaf for later, this recipe is a sure-fire seasonal winner.

Warm pumpkin bread with golden streusel topping and honey glaze

🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn’t just another fall bread — it’s the kind of flavor-packed, melt-in-your-mouth loaf that makes you pause after the first bite. The warm spices feel like a hug, the crumb topping adds that irresistible crunch, and the honey drizzle brings just the right balance of sweet. It looks like a bakery showstopper but comes together with simple ingredients and no stress. Bake one for now, and another for the freezer — because this loaf disappears fast!


⏱️ Time Breakdown

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8


📝 Ingredients List

For the Bread

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup vegetable oil (canola or any neutral oil)
  • 2 eggs (large or extra-large)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (golden)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Streusel Topping

  • ⅓ cup brown sugar (dark brown for more flavor)
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Honey Glaze

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup for variation)

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

“This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.”

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • 9×5-inch loaf pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prep Your Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper, letting some hang over for easy lifting.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. Blend Wet Ingredients: In a second bowl, whisk pumpkin, oil, eggs, sugars, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine: Gently stir the dry mix into the wet, just until combined. Don’t overmix.
  5. Add Batter to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  6. Make Streusel: Combine brown sugar, melted butter, flour, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Stir until crumbly. Sprinkle over the batter evenly.
  7. Bake: Bake for 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool & Glaze: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack. Mix powdered sugar and honey until smooth and drizzle over the loaf while still slightly warm.

🧡 Savor the warm spice aromas as your kitchen transforms into a cozy bakery!


💡 Pro Tips

  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container for 3 days. Refrigerate for up to 1 week. Freeze slices for up to 2 months.
  • Substitutions: Swap honey for maple syrup in the glaze for a deeper, woodsy sweetness.
  • Meal Prep: Bake two loaves and freeze one — it thaws beautifully.
  • Serving Idea: Pair with a chai latte and crisp fruit salad for a perfect brunch bite.

📊 Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 slice5115g81g19g2g52g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.

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