Pumpkin Swirl Bread

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
• 1 teaspoon (5g) ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) ground nutmeg
• 1 cup (225g) canned pumpkin puree
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup (100g) chopped walnuts (optional)

Swirl Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (100g) cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (25g) canned pumpkin puree
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) ground cinnamon

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 50-55 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. In a small bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, pumpkin puree, and cinnamon.
6. Spread 1/3 of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Top with 1/2 of the cream cheese mixture. Repeat with another 1/3 of the batter and the remaining cream cheese mixture. Top with the remaining batter.
7. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• One slice (1/8 of the loaf):
  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and tender
• Rich and flavorful
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snacks

User Comments:

• "This bread is absolutely delicious! I love the swirls of pumpkin and cream cheese."
• "It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect."
• "The pumpkin flavor is not overpowering, it's just the right amount of spice."
• "I made this bread for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it!"
• "I highly recommend trying this recipe."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make sure the slices are even, use a sharp serrated knife.
• If the bread starts to brown too much during baking, cover the top with aluminum foil.
• This bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.