Pumpkin Harvest Loaf with Orange Cream Cheese Spread

Celebrate the cozy flavors of fall with this irresistible Pumpkin Harvest Loaf paired with a luscious Orange Cream Cheese Spread. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this moist pumpkin bread is elevated by the natural sweetness of applesauce and rich pumpkin puree. The real magic, however, is in the creamy orange spread—a tangy blend of softened cream cheese, zesty orange zest, and fresh orange juice that adds a burst of citrusy brightness to every bite. Perfect as a breakfast treat, midday snack, or holiday centerpiece, this easy pumpkin loaf recipe takes just 20 minutes of prep and is guaranteed to delight. Pair it with a steaming cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate autumn indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cups Applesauce
• 2 whole Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 tablespoon Fresh orange juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

While the loaf is baking, prepare the orange cream cheese spread. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, orange zest, and orange juice. Beat until fluffy and fully combined.

Step 8

Once the loaf is baked, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Spread the orange cream cheese onto slices of the cooled loaf or serve it on the side for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1516.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4562.5

Total Fat 203.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.1g
Cholesterol 628.0mg	0%
Sodium 3585.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 659.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 448.1g
Protein 55.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 441.7mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 1299.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.1%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 56.2%