Mini Pumpkin Bread with Cinnamon Swirl
This Mini Pumpkin Bread with Cinnamon Swirl is one of those fall baking recipes that feels like a hug in loaf form—soft, moist, and just the right amount of sweet.
Each little loaf carries a ribbon of cinnamon sugar running through the middle, turning a simple pumpkin bread recipe into a bakery-style treat that’s perfect for sharing, gifting, or savoring with your morning coffee.
Whether you call it a dessert bread, a cozy pane dolce, or just a slice of homemade happiness, this recipe brings together everything we love about baking sweets in the fall—pumpkin, cinnamon, and that irresistible golden crust that fills the house with the scent of the season.
Why You’ll Love This Mini Pumpkin Bread!
- A little slice of fall magic baked into perfectly sized mini loaves.
- Features a sweet, fragrant cinnamon swirl that makes every bite a comforting pumpkin dessert.
- Light yet flavorful—never too heavy.
- Perfect as food cakes to gift, share, or enjoy as part of a cozy fall breakfast spread.
- Fits beautifully into your fall baking traditions, whether you love classic bread recipes sweet or enjoy trying new pumpkin recipes dessert ideas.
Mini Pumpkin Bread with Cinnamon Swirl
Ingredients
- For the Bread:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted (or neutral oil)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree 100% pure pumpkin
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- Optional: a light glaze for drizzling once cooled
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line three mini loaf pans (about 5×3 inches) with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. This keeps the spices evenly distributed for that warm, autumn flavor.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter (or oil) with the sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the pumpkin puree, milk, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Bring It Together Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix—this is the secret to soft, tender dessert bread.
- Layer with Cinnamon Swirl Spoon a layer of batter into each prepared loaf pan, sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture, then top with the remaining batter. Gently swirl with a knife for that marbled effect.
- Bake to Perfection Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optional Glaze & Serve Drizzle with a light glaze if you like a sweeter finish, or leave them as they are for a cozy, classic fall pumpkin bread recipe.
Nabeela’s Secrets For Perfect Bread
Choose Quality Pumpkin: Use 100% pure pumpkin puree for the best flavor—this isn’t just any bread recipe sweet; the pumpkin is the heart of it.
Make It Ahead: These mini loaves stay moist for up to three days at room temperature or can be frozen (well-wrapped) for up to two months.
Add a Glaze or Frosting: Turn this pumpkin dessert into a showstopper by drizzling a light vanilla glaze or spreading cream cheese frosting over the top.
Go Nutty: Stir in a handful of chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
One Large Loaf Option: If you don’t have mini pans, use a standard loaf pan and bake for 50–55 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
These variations make this mini pumpkin bread flexible—whether you want it as a fall baking recipe for gifting, a comforting dessert bread, or a cozy slice with your coffee.
Serving Suggestions
Warm with Butter: Slice a loaf while still slightly warm and add a thin layer of butter for a comforting fall breakfast.
Afternoon Treat: Enjoy it as a mid-day pick-me-up with a cup of coffee or tea—this pumpkin dessert pairs beautifully with both.
Gift-Worthy Loaves: Wrap each mini loaf in parchment, tie with twine, and share with friends or neighbors as part of your fall baking recipes tradition.
Holiday Brunch Addition: Arrange slices on a platter alongside fresh fruit and other food cakes for a festive spread.
