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.

🌟 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
- Prep Your Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper, letting some hang over for easy lifting.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: In a second bowl, whisk pumpkin, oil, eggs, sugars, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
- Combine: Gently stir the dry mix into the wet, just until combined. Don’t overmix.
- Add Batter to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Make Streusel: Combine brown sugar, melted butter, flour, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Stir until crumbly. Sprinkle over the batter evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- 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 Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 slice | 511 | 5g | 81g | 19g | 2g | 52g |
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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