As autumn sets in, I find myself drawn to the kitchen, ready to bake up the coziest goodies fall has to offer. One of my favorite traditions is baking pumpkin bread. There’s something magical about the aroma of pumpkin and fall spices wafting through your home. Today, I’m excited to share my favorite classic pumpkin bread recipe linked here.
This year, I decided to put a twist on this classic pumpkin bread recipe by adding a maple glaze. I adore the flavor of maple, and I was excited to see how it would complement the bread. Spoiler alert: it’s delicious. I love this maple glaze recipe; it is so simple and perfectly delicious. When paired together with the pumpkin bread, each slice is a delightful indulgence of sweetness and buttery goodness. Get ready to cozy up and enjoy a slice (or two!!) of pure autumn bliss.
Jump to RecipeHOW TO MAKE THE PUMPKIN BREAD
1.) Mix the dry ingredients together
2.) In a separate bowl, combine the sugars and wet ingredients
3.) Combine the dry and wet ingredients, being careful to not overmix
4.) Pour batter into a greased 9×5 pan
5.) Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes. Test bread for doneness at the 50-minute mark. My toothpick came out wet with batter at 50 minutes, so I left it in for an additional 10 minutes. Ovens may vary, so it is good to check to avoid overbaking.
6.) Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes and then transfer to a cooling rack to let completely cool
7.) Mix the maple glaze ingredients together and pour on top of the bread.
8.) Let the glaze set for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Commonly Asked Questions
How can I tell when the pumpkin bread is done?
Set a toothpick into the center of the bread. It should come out clean or with only a couple crumbs. Baking time can vary, so start checking at the 50-minute mark.
How should I store leftover pumpkin bread?
Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Is it possible to add nuts or chocolate chips?
Absolutely! Chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) or chocolate chips can be added to the batter for extra texture and flavor. If you would like to add nuts or chocolate chips to your recipe, I recommend 3/4 cup.
How do I prevent the bread from sticking to the pan?
Make sure to grease the pan well with cooking spray or butter and consider lining the bottom of the pan with parchment paper for easier removal. In my experience, cooking or baking spray has always been sufficient for easy removal.
Do I need to cool the bread before glazing?
Yes. Let the pumpkin bread cool in the pan for about 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before adding the maple glaze. This helps prevent the glaze from melting off. I left mine to cool about two hours before adding the glaze.
Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze
12-16
servings20
minutes1
hourA classic pumpkin bread recipe, topped with a delightful maple glaze.
Ingredients for the pumpkin bread
1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup melted butter
1 cup pumpkin puree
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ingredients for the maple glaze
4 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons maple syrup
a pinch of salt, if using unsalted butter
Directions
- Prepare oven and pan. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9×5 bread pan.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, baking powder, salt) in a medium mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Mix the wet ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, mix together the sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter. Once incorporated, add in the pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is combined.
- Combine the dry and wet ingredients. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix just until combined and no dry spots remain, to avoid overmixing.
- Bake. Pour the batter into the greased 9×5 pan evenly, smoothing out the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool. Let the bread cool in the pan for about ten minutes, and then transfer to a cooling rack to finish cooling.
- For the maple glaze
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk together until smooth.
- Pour the glaze evenly on top of the loaf of bread. Let set for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!