If the cozy, heartwarming aroma of pumpkin bread is what you love about fall baking, I'm sure this thought crossed your mind at least once: what else can I add to my favorite pumpkin bread recipe?
Well, I asked the same question! If you're looking for more ideas to make your pumpkin bread more interesting, here are 10+ creative and delicious filling and filling ideas to take your baking game to the next level.
Filling Ideas
1. Cream Cheese Filling
This luscious layer of cream cheese filling adds a decadent and tangy surprise that harmonizes beautifully with the pumpkin's rich flavors.
Super Moist Honey Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Swirl Filling
See Recipe2. Streusel Filling
Make extra streusel and use some to fill pumpkin bread! The delightful crumbly texture and a sweet, spiced streusel filling is a fun and unique filling idea that contrasts with the tender pumpkin bread texture.
Zucchini Pumpkin Bread with Easy Walnut Streusel Topping
See Recipe3. Nutella Filling
Everyone's favorite! The best part about the Nutella filling is how easy it is to add to your pumpkin bread recipe. To make: Pour half of the pumpkin bread batter into the prepared loaf pan, Spoon 3-4 Tbsp of your favorite Chocolate Hazelnut Spread (there are also vegan-friendly kinds like this one) on top of the batter and carefully cover the chocolate filling with the remaining pumpkin bread batter
Nutella Swirl Pumpkin Bread with Chocolate Crumble Topping
See Recipe4. Vegan Cream Cheese
If you're opting for a vegan twist, the vegan cream cheese filling offers the same creamy delight as its dairy counterpart, while keeping your pumpkin bread entirely plant-based.
Carrot Pumpkin Bread with Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting (Eggless, Dairy Free Recipe)
See Recipe5. Cinnamon Sugar
A generous sprinkle of cinnamon sugar as a filling creates a delectable layer of warmth, bringing out the essence of autumn in every mouthwatering bite
Add-In Variations
6. Diced Apples
Add in some diced apples into your pumpkin bread next time for a crunchy, healthy pumpkin-apple bread. My favorite apples to add are Granny smith, Honeycrisp and Fuji apples.
Country Apple Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze (Healthy, Low Fat, Vegan Recipe)
See Recipe7. Crystallized (Candied) Ginger
Candied ginger is essentially ginger that has been cooked in a sugar syrup and then coated with sugar, giving it a tender yet chewy texture and a concentrated ginger taste. Chop them up and add some to your pumpkin bread next time - the tiny gems of candied ginger infuse the bread with a distinct warmth and spiciness.
Ginger Pumpkin Bread with Simple Lemon Glaze (super moist vegan recipe)
See Recipe8. Pecan Flour & Pecan Nuts
The crunch of chopped pecan nuts (as well as an addition of ½ cup of pecan flour) contributes a delightful pecan-pie flavor and a fun textural contrast that complements the pumpkin's velvety texture.
Molasses Pumpkin Bread With Pecan Nuts (No Eggs Or Dairy Required!)
See Recipe9. Dried Cranberries (& Orange Marmalade)
You'll love the tartness and sweetness that dried cranberries add to this pumpkin bread loaf. I love adding a couple of tablespoons of orange marmalade to complement the cranberries and pumpkin flavor. The orange peels in the marmalade also mean NO zesting is required!
Cranberry Pumpkin Bread with Simple Orange Marmalade Glaze
See Recipe10. Coconut & Oats
For a wholesome spin, embrace the coconut and oats filling, contributing a delightful blend of nutty sweetness and hearty texture to your pumpkin bread.
Coconut Pumpkin Bread with Added Almond Flour & Oats
See Recipe11. Chocolate Chips
Satisfy your chocolate cravings with chocolate! Add up to 2 Tbsp of cocoa powder and up to 1 cup of chocolate chips (per loaf) into your favorite pumpkin bread batter before baking.
See All of My Pumpkin Bread Recipes Here
----> GO TO PART 2: Frosting & Glaze Ideas for Pumpkin Bread
Get creative with these scrumptious glaze and frosting ideas to complement the warm flavors of your pumpkin bread
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