Pull-Apart Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Bread

Experience the cozy flavors of autumn with this Pull-Apart Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Bread. Each layer of this delightful bread is infused with warm spices, pumpkin puree, and a generous coating of cinnamon sugar. Perfect for sharing, this pull-apart bread is a fun and festive treat that’s ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack with a cup of coffee or tea.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup milk
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup pumpkin puree
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves

For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
   • In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter until warm (about 110°F). Remove from heat.
   • Add the milk mixture, pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.
   • Add the remaining flour, spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves), and mix until a soft dough forms.
   • Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
2. Make the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
   • Melt the butter in a separate bowl and set aside.
3. Assemble the Bread:
   • After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about ¼ inch thick.
   • Brush the dough with the melted butter and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top.
   • Cut the dough into strips (about 3 inches wide), then stack the strips on top of each other.
   • Cut the stacked strips into squares, and place them in a greased loaf pan, standing them upright like a stack of papers.
   • Cover the loaf pan with a towel and let the bread rise again for 30 minutes.
4. Bake the Bread:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread is cooked through.
   • Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
5. Make the Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using) until smooth.
   • Drizzle the glaze over the warm bread.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the pull-apart bread warm, and enjoy the irresistible combination of pumpkin, cinnamon, and sugar in every bite!

Conclusion

This Pull-Apart Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Bread is a must-make for pumpkin lovers and anyone who enjoys the warm, comforting flavors of fall. The soft, tender layers, coated with cinnamon sugar and finished with a sweet glaze, make this bread the perfect treat to enjoy with loved ones during the autumn season. It’s a show-stopping centerpiece for any fall gathering, and the best part is how fun it is to eat – just pull apart a piece and savor the cozy goodness!

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