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Whole Wheat Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze

Whole Wheat Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze

Cozy, moist whole wheat pumpkin bread topped with a luscious maple glaze, bursting with warm autumn flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this easy-to-make bread combines hearty whole wheat flour with sweet pumpkin puree and warm spices, finished with a shiny maple glaze that adds a delightful sweetness and visual appeal.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8-10 slices) 1x

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Maple Glaze

  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons water or milk (to adjust consistency)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  4. Bring Wet and Dry Together: Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Prepare the Maple Glaze: While the bread cools, mix the maple syrup with powdered sugar and a little water or milk until smooth and pourable.
  7. Glaze and Serve: Once the bread is slightly cooled, drizzle the maple glaze generously over the top. Let it set for a few minutes before slicing and enjoying.

Notes

  • Measure flour accurately by spooning and leveling to avoid dense bread.
  • Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before baking to hydrate the flour for better texture.
  • Use an oven thermometer to ensure correct baking temperature and prevent dryness.
  • Adjust glaze consistency by adding more liquid if too thick or more powdered sugar if too runny.
  • Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, to avoid added sweeteners and spices.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10th of loaf)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: whole wheat pumpkin bread, pumpkin bread, maple glaze, fall recipe, healthy pumpkin bread, autumn bread