Description
Welcome autumn with this wholesome pumpkin bread, featuring a tender crumb made from whole wheat pastry flour and sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup. Infused with warm spices and the toasted, nutty depth of browned butter, this loaf is the ultimate seasonal treat. Finished with a delicate maple glaze, it offers a perfect balance of health-conscious ingredients and cozy, indulgent flavor. Ideal for sharing over a warm cup of coffee or tea, this loaf brings warmth and comfort to any occasion.
Ingredients
3 tbsp unsalted butter
15 oz can pure pumpkin puree
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
2 large eggs
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups whole wheat pastry flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup maple syrup (for glaze)
1 tbsp milk (optional, for thinning glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and continue cooking until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Add the brown butter to the wet ingredients and whisk until well combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Once fully cooled, whisk the glaze ingredients together and drizzle over the top of the bread.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also toast a slice and spread with a little extra butter for a decadent treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg