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Brown Butter Pumpkin Bread

Irresistibly Moist Brown Butter Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This Brown Butter Pumpkin Bread combines earthy pumpkin with nutty brown butter for a moist, indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Ensure consistency is thick by pressing excess moisture if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Butter Use melted butter browned to a golden hue.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour No direct substitutions unless using a gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 Eggs Aquafaba can be a substitute for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for optimal effect.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Feel free to adjust based on taste preferences.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg Feel free to adjust based on taste preferences.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger Feel free to adjust based on taste preferences.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top.
For the Salted Maple Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Can be substituted with honey or agave syrup.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste preference.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Light saucepan
  • Large Bowl
  • Separate bowl
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Brown Butter by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until golden brown.
  2. Mix wet ingredients by combining brown butter, pumpkin puree, eggs, and sugar in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Combine dry ingredients by whisking flour, baking soda, and spices in a separate bowl.
  4. Incorporate dry into wet by folding dry ingredients into the wet mixture carefully.
  5. Transfer to pan by pouring the batter into a greased loaf pan and smoothing the top.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool and glaze the bread by letting it cool in the pan for 15 minutes before glazing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender, use a toothpick to check for doneness, and store in an airtight container.

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