🍂 Snickerdoodle Pumpkin Bread

If you love the warm cinnamon-sugar goodness of snickerdoodles and the cozy, spiced comfort of pumpkin bread, then this Snickerdoodle Pumpkin Bread is your new fall favorite! It’s soft, moist, and perfectly spiced, with a sweet cinnamon swirl running through every bite — and a crisp, sugary crust on top. This loaf captures the essence of autumn in the most delicious way. 🎃✨


🍞 Why You’ll Love It

✅ Super moist and flavorful — no dry pumpkin bread here!
✅ Swirled with buttery cinnamon sugar for a snickerdoodle twist
✅ Easy one-bowl recipe
✅ Freezes beautifully and makes a great edible gift


🧂 Ingredients

For the Pumpkin Bread:

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • ½ cup melted coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
  • ¾ cup pure maple syrup (or 1 cup brown sugar)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk (or almond milk)

For the Snickerdoodle Cinnamon Swirl:

  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

🍁 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.


Step 2: Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture

In a small bowl, stir together the sugar and cinnamon for the snickerdoodle swirl.
Set aside — this will be your flavor-packed layer and topping!


Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:

  • Pumpkin puree
  • Melted coconut oil
  • Maple syrup (or brown sugar)
  • Eggs
  • Vanilla extract
  • Milk

Whisk until smooth and well combined.


Step 4: Add the Dry Ingredients

To the same bowl, add:

  • Flour
  • Baking soda
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves

Stir just until no dry streaks remain. Avoid overmixing for a tender loaf.


Step 5: Layer the Batter

Pour half the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over it.
Pour the remaining batter on top, then finish with the rest of the cinnamon sugar, swirling lightly with a knife for a marbled effect.


Step 6: Bake

Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
If the top starts browning too fast, loosely cover with foil during the last 10 minutes.


Step 7: Cool & Serve

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Slice thick, serve warm, and enjoy with:

  • A pat of butter or cinnamon honey butter 🧈
  • A drizzle of maple glaze
  • Or simply a hot cup of coffee or tea ☕

🧊 Storage

  • Room Temperature: Store covered for up to 3 days.
  • Refrigerator: Lasts up to 1 week when stored airtight.
  • Freezer: Wrap tightly in plastic and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before serving.

💡 Tips & Variations

✨ Add ½ cup of chopped pecans or walnuts for a nutty crunch.
✨ Mix in ½ cup of white chocolate chips or cinnamon chips for extra sweetness.
✨ Make mini loaves for gift-giving — just reduce baking time to 25–30 minutes.
✨ For a healthier twist, use whole wheat pastry flour and maple syrup as your sweetener.


🍂 Final Thoughts

This Snickerdoodle Pumpkin Bread is everything fall baking should be — moist, cozy, and bursting with cinnamon spice. The sweet, crunchy topping and soft pumpkin crumb create the perfect balance of textures and flavors.

Whether you’re baking for a holiday brunch, a cozy weekend treat, or a sweet homemade gift, this pumpkin loaf is sure to impress. 🍁

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🍂 Snickerdoodle Pumpkin Bread


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 blend)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp nutmeg
• ¼ tsp ginger
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the snickerdoodle topping:
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp cold butter, cubed (or coconut oil)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, 1 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined. Pour into the pan and smooth the top.
  5. Make the topping: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, granulated sugar, and 1 tsp cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle topping evenly over the batter.
  7. Bake 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Serve warm with coffee or tea—the perfect taste of autumn!

💡 Make ahead: Wrap and freeze slices for quick treats later. Thaw at room temp.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 15 mins , Cook Time : 55 mins , Total Time : 1 hr 10 mins , Servings : 10 slices , Calories : 230 per slice , Net Carbs: 30g , Fats: 10g , Protein: 3g

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