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Chai Spice Maple Pumpkin Bread

Chai Spice Maple Pumpkin Bread for Cozy Fall Mornings

Chai Spice Maple Pumpkin Bread captures the essence of fall in every slice, perfect for cozy mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup melted butter substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt can swap for sour cream
  • 2 large eggs ensure fresh for best results
  • 1 cup light brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup opt for pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves adjust to taste
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sift for best consistency
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup use pure from the batter
  • 2 tablespoons milk can substitute with non-dairy

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, and eggs until smooth. Stir in brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and chai spices.
  4. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk for the glaze.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread and let it set before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing. Adjust spices to taste.

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