Pumpkin Cinnamon Sourdough Bread
Pumpkin Cinnamon Sourdough Bread is a cozy fall recipe that combines the tang of sourdough with the sweetness of pumpkin and a swirl of cinnamon sugar. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this loaf is soft, spiced, and bakery-worthy—all made with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Dough:
- 1 cup active sourdough starter fed and bubbly
- 1 cup pumpkin puree unsweetened, not pie filling
- 3 cups bread flour, or all-purpose flour up to 3 ½ cups, as needed
- ¼ cup brown sugar or honey
- ½ cup warm milk dairy or non-dairy
- 2 tbsp melted butter or neutral oil
- 1 tsp salt
Cinnamon Swirl:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp softened butter
Optional Toppings:
- Pumpkin seeds
- Cinnamon sugar dusting
- Powdered sugar glaze
Instructions
Activate Starter:
- Make sure your sourdough starter is bubbly and active. Do a float test if needed (a spoonful should float in water).
Mix the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, sourdough starter, warm milk, melted butter, sugar, and salt.
- Gradually add flour until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
Knead and Rest:
- Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
Prepare Cinnamon Swirl:
- Roll dough into a rectangle.
- Spread with softened butter and sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll tightly into a log and place in a greased loaf pan.
Bulk Fermentation:
- Let rise at room temperature for 3–4 hours, or refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor.
Bake:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.
Cool and Slice:
- Let the bread cool fully before slicing to keep the crumb soft.
Notes
- Starter Choice: Active starter makes a lighter loaf, discard gives a denser, tangier bread.
- Storage: Keeps at room temperature for 2–3 days, in the fridge for 1 week, or frozen up to 2 months.
- Serving Ideas: Enjoy plain, with butter or cream cheese, or use for French toast.
- Variations: Add chocolate chips, nuts, or dried cranberries for festive twists.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g
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