Description

This cinnamon sugar crunch pumpkin bread is moist, spiced, and topped with a sweet, crackly cinnamon-sugar crust that makes each bite irresistible. Perfect for crisp fall mornings, cozy gatherings, or as a Thanksgiving dessert, this bread combines the rich flavor of pumpkin puree with the warmth of cinnamon. It’s easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and guaranteed to fill your kitchen with the most comforting aroma of the season.

Ingredients

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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp milk

Cinnamon Sugar Topping

2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, sugars, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Mix the topping ingredients and sprinkle evenly over the batter.
Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Swap oil for melted butter for richer flavor.

Add chocolate chips, walnuts, or raisins for variety

Can be baked into mini loaves or muffins—adjust baking time accordingly.