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pudding browned butter pumpkin

Pudding Browned Butter Pumpkin Bread for Cozy Autumn Evenings

A delightful blend of flavors, this pudding browned butter pumpkin bread is perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Substitute with a gluten-free blend for gluten-free option.
  • 1 box Instant butterscotch pudding mix Feel free to use any flavor if butterscotch isn't your style.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal results.
  • 1 tsp Baking soda Works with the acids in pumpkin for perfect leavening.
  • 2 tsps Pumpkin pie spice Can swap with a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger if needed.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Adjust amounts according to your taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg Enhances the warm flavor profile.
  • 1/2 tsp Ginger Enhances the warm flavor profile.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (browned) Brown until fragrant.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar White sugar can be used for a lighter flavor.
  • 1 cup Pure pumpkin puree Canned or fresh pumpkin works.
  • 2 large Eggs Help bind the ingredients together.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter an 8x4 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, instant butterscotch pudding mix, baking powder, baking soda, and spices.
  3. Melt the butter until golden brown, then mix in brown sugar, pumpkin puree, and eggs until just blended.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, combining until no dry flour remains.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 60-65 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice and serve warm with maple syrup or butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This pumpkin bread is perfect for family gatherings and can be made ahead of time. Store in an airtight container.

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