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Maple Pumpkin Bread

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Maple Pumpkin Bread, a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack. Bursting with pumpkin puree and aromatic spices, it’s topped with a buttery crunch that elevates every slice. This easy recipe combines the richness of maple syrup with the seasonal essence of pumpkin, making it an ideal addition to your fall baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • 1¼ cups canned pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1¼ teaspoons maple extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
  • ¼ teaspoon maple extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a small bowl, mix pecans, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt for the topping. Stir in melted butter and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine flour, pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk eggs and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add oil, pumpkin puree, milk, and maple extract; mix well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the topping mixture over it. Pour remaining batter on top and finish with the remaining topping.
  7. Bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool before glazing with powdered sugar mixed with milk and maple extract.

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