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Whip out your bread pan and let’s make this incredible Pumpkin Streusel Bread! Made with maple syrup, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice, it’s the perfect recipe for the season. Oh, and did we mention that it’s also topped with pumpkin streusel and an incredible pumpkin glaze?!
A delicious pumpkin loaf with streusel topping
It’s fall, y’all! And you know what that means… bring on the pumpkin recipes. This pumpkin streusel bread is nothing short of a treat! Made with everything tasty and cozy, it’s one of those versatile recipes that’s perfect for enjoying in the morning with a cup of coffee or after dinner as a fabulous dessert.
The bread is made complete with a delicious homemade streusel topping and the perfect glaze. Both come together easily with four and three ingredients, respectively.
This moist pumpkin bread is sure to become your favorite treat of the season. Let’s dive in!
Ingredients in pumpkin streusel bread
This recipe comes together with three sets of ingredients. You’ll need those for the bread, those for the streusel, and those for the glaze.
Bread
- Eggs: First up for the bread, you will need two eggs. These are going to be used as a binding agent that helps the dry ingredients stick together, while also helping us achieve the perfect bread texture.
- Coconut oil: Then, use 1/2 cup of coconut oil. This helps create moist bread.
- Maple syrup: Following the oil is 1/2 cup of maple syrup. This is going to work as an all-natural sweetener.
- Pumpkin puree: Bring in the pumpkin flavor with 1 cup of pumpkin purรฉe.
- Vanilla: Next, use 1 tsp of vanilla extract. This may not seem like a lot, but it makes a huge difference in the bread.
- Flour: To make the bread nice and fluffy, add 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour.
- Baking soda: Then, use 1 tsp of baking soda to ensure that the bread bakes properly.
- Baking powder: Follow the baking soda with 1/2 tsp of baking powder.
- Salt: Then, add flavor with a 1/4 tsp of salt.
- Pumpkin pie spice: Finally, finish off the bread base with 1 tbsp of pumpkin pie spice.
Streusel
- Flour: The streusel base is made of 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour.
- Coconut sugar: 1/4 cup of coconut sugar sweetens it up.
- Pumpkin pie spice: Then, 1 tbsp of pumpkin pie spice brings in just the right amount of pumpkin flavor.
- Coconut oil: Finish it off with 3 tbsp of coconut oil. This is going to help everything bind together and create that perfect crumble texture!
Glaze
- Powdered sugar: To create the glaze, start with 1.5 cups of powdered sugar.
- Pumpkin pie spice: Then, add pumpkin flavor with 1/2 tbsp of pumpkin pie spice.
- Almond milk: Last but not least, throw in 2-3 tbsp of almond milk.
Kitchen tools needed to make pumpkin streusel bread
To create this recipe, you will need a few kitchen tools. Prior to baking, grab the following:
- 8×4″ loaf pan
- Nonstick spray
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Small mixing bowl
- Stirring utensil
- Measuring cups: 1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, 1/2 tbsp, 1 tbsp, 1/4 cup, 1/2 cup, 1 cup
How to make this pumpkin bread recipe
You can expect the prep time for this recipe to take about 15 minutes, and the total time (including baking) to amount to just over an hour.
To begin preparing this pumpkin streusel bread recipe, preheat the oven to 350ยฐF and line a bread loaf pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper. I used an 8 x 4โ pan, but you can use what you have. Just adjust the baking time accordingly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, and maple syrup.
Then, add the pumpkin purรฉe and vanilla extract. Set aside.
Next, using a smaller mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet, and stir until everything is combined.
Then, pour the pumpkin bread batter into the greased bread pan.
In a small bowl, mix together the streusel ingredients until a crumble forms. Sprinkle the crumble evenly on top of the bread better.
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the loaf of bread comes out clean. Let cool in the pan or on a wire rack.
Once the bread is cooled, whisk together the glaze ingredients and then pour it over the top of the loaf. Slice it up and enjoy!
Substitution Tip
This recipe contains a few forgiving ingredients that allow for substitutions. If you find yourself missing an item, be sure to check this list before running out to the store! You may have something you can use instead.
Coconut oil
Coconut oil can be substituted with any cooking oil, i.e. canola oil, vegetable oil, etc.
Maple syrup
While maple syrup makes a fabulous all-natural sweetener, there are a couple of options that you can use instead. The first is honey, and the second is molasses!
Baking soda
Did you know that you can swap baking soda with baking powder? If you’re out of baking soda, use 3x the amount of baking powder. For example, this recipe calls for 1 tsp of baking soda. If you need to replace it with baking powder, do so with 3 tsp.
Coconut sugar
Coconut sugar can be substituted with regular granulated sugar. Use a 1:1 ratio.
Powdered sugar
Did you know you can make powdered sugar? If you find yourself out, simply blend regular granulated sugar in a blender or food processor until it forms the correct powder texture!
Recipe Tips
How do you keep pumpkin bread from getting soggy?
One of the main causes of soggy pumpkin bread is undercooking. Be sure that you don’t remove your loaf from the oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean! Then, let it cool completely before cutting.
What’s the difference between apple crumble and streusel?
Crumbles and streusel are quite similar! In the case of this recipe, the main difference is that an apple crumble will be made with apples or apple flavors, whereas this streusel is made with pumpkin pie spice. Some crumbles also include brown sugar, but our streusel does not.
Should the streusel topping be added before or after baking?
While the glaze is added after the pumpkin bread cools, the streusel is actually added prior to baking.
Does this recipe use butter?
This recipe does not use butter. In fact, there are many ingredients you may have been expecting to use that you actually won’t need (vegetable oil, nutmeg, ginger, and ground cinnamon, to name a few). Instead, this recipe utilizes pumpkin puree and lots of pumpkin pie spice, creating a delicious flavor that will undoubtedly pull you in for seconds!
What is crumble topping made of?
This recipe’s four-ingredient streusel crumble topping is made of flour, coconut sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and coconut oil! It’s very easy to make and creates a delicious streusel.
Storing leftovers
Can I freeze pumpkin streusel bread?
Absolutely! To freeze, wrap in aluminum foil or transfer to a freezer-safe airtight container. The loaf can be stored for 1-2 months.
If you liked this recipe, you’ll want to try these!
Ready to dive into some more delicious pumpkin recipes? Choose from the ideas below, or check out the full pumpkin recipe lineup!
- Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
- Pumpkin Cookie Skillet
- Lightened Up Pumpkin Cheesecake
- Healthy Pumpkin Banana Muffins
- Pumpkin Oat Bars
Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa
Pumpkin Streusel Bread
Whip out your bread pan and let’s make this incredible Pumpkin Streusel Bread! Made with maple syrup, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice, it’s the perfect recipe for the season. Oh, and did we mention that it’s also topped with pumpkin streusel and an incredible pumpkin glaze?!
Ingredients
Bread
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup coconut oil – melted
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
Streusel:
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar (sub brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 3 tbsp coconut oil – melted
Glaze:
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2–3 tbsp almond milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F and line bread loaf pan (I used 8×4) with non-stick spray and parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, oil, and maple syrup.
- Add in pumpkin puree and vanilla. Set aside.
- In a smaller bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until combined.
- Pour into greased baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together streusel ingredients until crumble forms. Sprinkle evenly on top of bread batter.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in middle comes out clean.
- When cooled, whisk together glaze ingredients and pour over top of loaf.
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miriam says
I have made this several times now. So easy and so good! Doesn’t last long, my family loves it!
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Erin says
Hi Miriam, so happy you all enjoyed it!! ๐
Kiley says
Hi Erin! What would be the best way to store this bread? I made it for Thanksgiving and was wondering the best way to serve it tomorrow!
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Erin says
Hi Kiley, you can store just on the counter wrapped in foil!
Annaliese says
I just made this bread tonight and it is amazing!! one of the best things tasted!! already looking forward to the next time I can make it
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Erin says
Hi Annalise, so happy you enjoyed it!! ๐
Dana Vreeland says
Delicious!
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Erin says
Hi Dana, so glad you liked it! ๐
Bianca says
So easy and yummy! I made it without the glaze at first in an effort to be healthy, and itโs still delicious without it- but I have a sweet tooth and might add the glaze in today. I also think next time I make it Iโll add walnuts or pecans for some crunch. I think this will probably be a regular part of my fall rotation.
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Erin says
Hi Bianca, so glad you liked it and that all sounds good! ๐
Lilli says
This was very easy and delicious! The bread is super moist and not too sweet which makes the combo with the streusel perfect. I left off the icing but think that would make it even better
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Erin says
Hi Lilli, so happy you loved it! ๐
Lindsey says
This was a hit! My partner is not a huge sweets guy and he loved it. The lack of sugar etc. was a perfect snack for my baby to eat and she was obsessed. And the crumble/glaze satisfied my sweet tooth. Will be making again and again!
Erin says
Hi Lindsey, so happy you both enjoyed it! ๐
Alyssa says
So delicious! Such a nice morning treat warmed up with a cup of coffee ๐ itโs what I plan to make for a potluck style thanksgiving this year instead of pumpkin pie!
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Erin says
Hi Alyssa, so glad you enjoyed it!!
Rachel says
If you havenโt made this 10 times already, what are you waiting for?!! So good! Itโs so versatile! I kept the frosting off so I could also make it a breakfast. My kids will have it for breakfast and then we dip it in the frosting for an after dinner treat!
Erin says
Hi Rachel, so happy it is such a big hit!! ๐
Jenny says
This was so yummy! I swapped the coconut oil for butter. I left off the glaze and it was still SO good! I made it in my 9×5 loaf pan and will change to my smaller one next time so it gets nice and tall!
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Erin says
Hi Jenny, so glad you liked it and made it your own!! ๐
Jessica says
This pumpkin bread was so good! Love that it wasn’t overwhelmingly sweet too! I didn’t have enough maple syrup for the recipe so I substituted with brown sugar and it was still wonderful
★★★★★
Erin says
Hi Jessica, so glad you enjoyed it!!
Natalie says
I made this Pumpkin Bread and oh my goodness it did NOT disappoint!!! I loves this bread SO much!! The texture and the flavor combo was everything you could possibly want!! And the crumble topping was crispy and just the perfect topping with the glaze!!! I donโt know how she does it – but I will be making this every year now!!
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Erin says
Hi Natalie, so happy you loved it so much!! ๐
Hannah says
This was so good! Delicious and moist – even my mother who doesnโt like pumpkin enjoyed this and it was full of pumpkin flavor!
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Abby says
This was delicious! Just the right amount of sweetness and just a beautiful loaf.
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Erin says
Hi Abby, so happy you loved it! ๐
Erin says
Hi Hannah, so happy you both enjoyed it! ๐
Karen F FitzGerald says
Yes my husband is not a fan of pumpkin either. He liked it too.
Erin says
Hi Karen, so glad to hear that!! ๐
Anna S says
Absolutely loved this recipe! I used butter in place of coconut oil, as itโs all I had, and made them I to muffins! The recipe makes 12 muffins and I cooked them for 18-20 minutes. I even made the pumpkin spice with the linked recipe. Sooooo good!! And definitely tasted like fall โฅ๏ธ
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Erin says
Hi Anna, so glad you enjoyed it as muffins and made them your own! ๐
Olivia says
Canโt put the fork down! This is delish
★★★★★
Erin says
Hi Olivia, so glad you loved it! ๐
Virginia Peters says
Delicious loaf! Everyone loved it at my book club last night!!
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Erin says
Hi Virginia, so happy it was a hit! ๐
Debby Toto says
Hi Erin, Quick question – should the coconut oil be melted or solid for both the batter and streusel topping?
Erin says
Melted – just updated!
Karla Camilo says
How can make this gluten free?
Erin says
Hi Karla, I haven’t tried it with a different flour but feel free to give it a try! Before you bake just be sure to check the ratio because some flours are not a 1:1 ratio. Let me know what flour you use and how it comes out!
Sarah W. says
Erin! Another hit recipe. This is so perfectly pumpkin! I think the bread would be amazing on its own, but then add in the streusel to make it next level! I also appreciate all the work you put into including substitutions. Because I ran out of maple syrup- so I have half honey and half syrup! Turned out great, and it was easy to make!
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Erin says
Aw, this makes me so happy Sarah! So glad you enjoyed it and enjoyed the topping -love your subs ๐
Paige Harris says
Hi, what oil could you sub for coconut oil? My mom doesnโt care for it and swears she can taste it when itโs used in recipes
Sarah W. says
Hi Paige,
Erin has a list of coconut oil substitutes in the written part before the recipe. Any cooking oil works but she gives examples. Hope that helps!
Erin says
Thanks, Sarah!
Refined coconut oil does not have any taste at all – it’s the most neutral oil out there, so even more so than vegetable or avocado (but those would be your next best subs)
Unrefined coconut oil has a mild coconut taste.