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Grandma’s Pumpkin Bread with Streusel

Grandma's Pumpkin Bread with Streusel

This easy Grandma's Pumpkin Bread with Streusel recipe is perfect for cozy fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Using unbleached gives a denser loaf.
  • 1 tsp Baking soda Always ensure it’s fresh.
  • 1 tsp Baking powder Double-check expiration dates.
  • 1 tsp Salt Feel free to use kosher or sea salt.
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon Fresher is always better!
  • 1 tsp Ground nutmeg Grate from whole nutmeg for best taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground cloves Key for that authentic autumn vibe.
  • 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree Opt for pure puree.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Can substitute with canola or any neutral oil.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup White granulated sugar Use alongside brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Golden brown sugar is a delightful choice.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Choose between pure or artificial.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/4 cup Butter Ensure it's slightly cooled before mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Consider using dark brown sugar for more depth.
  • 1/3 cup All-purpose flour Helps bind the streusel ingredients.
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon A little goes a long way!
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Sift only if absolutely necessary.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Maple syrup makes a great alternative.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In another bowl, blend canned pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently combine the dry ingredients with the wet, mixing until no flour is visible.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. For the streusel, mix melted butter, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon until crumbly, then sprinkle over the batter.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, testing for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it using parchment overhang.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and honey for the glaze and drizzle over the warm bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To maintain freshness, store the glazed bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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