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Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Spice Bread with Apple Butter Swirl. This recipe combines the warm spices of pumpkin bread with the sweet and tangy notes of apple butter, creating a perfect loaf that’s ideal for any autumn gathering or cozy evening at home. In this article, we’ll walk you through the ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and the unique flavors that make this recipe a must-try. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this bread is approachable, delicious, and bound to impress.

Pumpkin Spice Bread with Apple Butter Swirl

A deliciously spiced pumpkin bread with a swirl of apple butter.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.0 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1.0 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1.0 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2.0 large eggs
  • 1.0 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup apple butter
  • 1.0 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1.0 tablespoon maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  • In a small bowl, mix the apple butter with the ground cinnamon and maple syrup (if using).
  • Pour half of the pumpkin bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spoon half of the apple butter mixture over it, then pour the remaining batter on top. Finally, add the rest of the apple butter mixture on the surface.
  • Using a knife or a skewer, gently swirl the apple butter into the pumpkin batter, creating a marbled effect.
  • Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Slice and enjoy your warm pumpkin spice bread with extra apple butter on the side for spreading!

Notes

Optional maple syrup can enhance the flavor.
Keyword apple butter, pumpkin bread, spice