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Cream Cheese-Filled Pumpkin Bread

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Cream Cheese-Filled Pumpkin Bread. This moist and flavorful bread is infused with warm spices and a rich, creamy filling that makes it a perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or any cozy gathering. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, you can enjoy it plain or topped with your favorite spreads like honey butter or cinnamon-sugar butter. With its inviting aroma and delectable taste, this spiced pumpkin bread will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil (liquid state)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt (optional)
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, pumpkin puree, both sugars, coconut oil, sour cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and nutmeg until combined.
  3. Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and optional salt until just mixed.
  4. Pour two-thirds of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  5. In another bowl, mix the cream cheese with granulated sugar and additional flour until smooth; pour over the batter in the pan.
  6. Top with remaining batter and smooth it out gently.
  7. Bake for about 48 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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