The perfect loaf of bread for fall
I always thought cinnamon raisin swirl bread was more complicated than a regular loaf of bread, but really it’s just a couple added ingredients. This loaf is based off of my favorite whole wheat recipe I use weekly.
To make this variation, I simply added 1 teaspoon cinnamon to the dough and substituted some pumpkin in place of the water. The result: a beautiful dough.
It’s essential to have a thermometer for this bread. The pumpkin and swirl make the bread cook more slowly. The bread is done when the thermometer reads between 190 and 200 degrees.
My thermometer wasn’t working properly when I baked this loaf, so my loaf was a little under baked in the center. There’s nothing wrong with that though. It made the best peanut butter sandwiches. A little sticky and a little messy, but oh so tasty.
Would you eat this bread as a sandwich or by itself?
I would eat this for toast for sure, then a sandwich with apple butter and on its own! This bread looks perfect! Pinning on my Bread board!
Thank you! What a great idea to spread apple butter. I will have to try that next time.
I think I would eat it by itself. Looks yummy enough on its own 🙂
I agree, Laura. It’s loaded with flavor and doesn’t need anything else.
I just made a pumpkin yeast bread, too, but now I want mine swirled with cinnamon! YUM!!!
It really makes the bread. Can’t wait to see yours!
This looks divine! Perfect for Christmas morning!
Thanks Dina! I hadn’t considered it for Christmas, but I bet it would be great. Thanks for the idea!
Oh this is the perfect bread for the holidays!!
Thanks Aimee!
I could go for a nice big slice of this goodness, right about now!! Delish!!
I could, too. I’ll have to whip up another loaf 🙂
I’d love to eat a warm slice of this with a dab of melty butter and a bit of extra cinnamon… heavenly! It looks amazing 😉
I never would have thought to add some extra cinnamon. Great idea!
Wow, this looks incredible! Cinnamon raisin bread is my absolute favorite, but adding pumpkin to it takes it to a whole new level!
Thanks Rachel! Pumpkin puts a seasonal spin on an everyday favorite.