This toffee pumpkin spice bread is a perfect treat for the fall season. The rich flavors of toffee and pumpkin spice meld together in a moist and tender bread that is sure to delight your taste buds. Enjoy a slice with a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy and comforting snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup toffee bits
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in pumpkin puree until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in toffee bits and chopped pecans, if using.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool bread in pan for 10 minutes, then remove from pan and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Interesting Facts
Toffee is a candy made by caramelizing sugar along with butter and sometimes flour, resulting in a rich and buttery flavor.
Pumpkin spice typically contains a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice, giving it a warm and cozy aroma.