Brown Sugar Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze
Moist pumpkin bread sweetened with brown sugar and topped with a smooth maple glaze for a cozy treat. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 75 minutes layers all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 10, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup, softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup, packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 cup packed brown sugar using a mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Step 3: Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, followed by 1 cup pumpkin puree and 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Step 5: Pour the batter into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: While the bread cools, whisk 1/3 cup maple syrup with 1/2 cup powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 7: Drizzle the maple glaze over the cooled bread before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Brown Sugar Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Brown Sugar Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brown Sugar Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Brown Sugar Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Brown Sugar Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
