Description

This Chai Spice Maple Pumpkin Bread is the ultimate fall treat! Soft, moist, and bursting with the warm flavors of chai spices and maple syrup, this pumpkin bread is topped with a sweet maple glaze for the perfect indulgence. Easy to make and perfect for fall, this bread will be a hit at any gathering.

Ingredients

For the Bread:

1/4 cup butter, melted

1 cup pumpkin puree

1/3 cup Greek yogurt

2 large eggs, room temperature

1/2 cup light brown sugar (or coconut sugar)

1/4 cup maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon cardamom

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

For the Maple Glaze:

1/2 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1–2 teaspoons milk (as needed for consistency

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, eggs, brown sugar (or coconut sugar), maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and all the spices (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, allspice, and cloves).

Step 4: Make the Batter

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps are fine.

Step 5: Bake the Bread

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake at 350°F for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If needed, cover the bread loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly.

Step 6: Cool the Bread

Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before removing it to slice.

Step 7: Make the Maple Glaze

While the bread cools, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk in a small bowl to form a glaze. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.

Step 8: Glaze and Serve

Once the bread has cooled, drizzle the maple glaze over the top.
Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Add-ins: Add chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans) or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
Vegan Version: Replace the butter with vegan butter, the yogurt with plant-based yogurt, and the eggs with flax eggs for a vegan option.
Gluten-Free: Swap the flour with a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Category: Dessert, Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American