Description
A moist and spiced pumpkin loaf topped with a caramelized maple and pecan crumble. A cozy treat for autumn breakfasts or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup melted butter (for topping)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (for topping)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F (175C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs, oil, pumpkin puree, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, and chopped pecans into a paste.
- Spread the pecan mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American