I know, it was 93 yesterday and today is supposed to be even hotter. I can’t help it. Last week it was in the 50’s when we woke up, and I just had to break out the pumpkin!
Of course, I had to make pumpkin bread first. It is one of my favorite fall breakfasts or desserts or snacks or any time of day foods!
This pumpkin bread was a favorite of ours last year, so it only seemed fitting that it would kick off the pumpkin recipes this year!
I made some changes to the original recipe that I had last year, and I think we finally settled on a good balance of healthy and flavorful.
I made as many healthy substitutions as possible while still keeping the texture and rich flavor that I remembered.
Greek yogurt is used as the main source of fat in this bread and only 2 1/2 tablespoons of butter are used in the frosting!
In order to maintain the richness of the buttercream frosting, I incorporated the salted caramel right into the frosting instead of drizzling it on top. That allowed me to cut back on some of the sugar and butter that last year’s version contained.
The bread is filled with cinnamon and other fall spices that give it flavor without added calories. Cut a thick slice and enjoy with a large glass of milk or mug of hot coffee. You’ll find that it’ll be your new favorite way to start your day!
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Salted Caramel Pumpkin Buttercream Frosted Pumpkin Bread
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Tieghan says
This is gorgeous!! I love it! So excited for fall and all things pumpkin, caramel and hot! This bread looks and sounds amazing!
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
I am in love with this bread!!!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
Noooooo falllll stay away! Let it keep being summer!!
But…um…I’ll have some ‘o’ that salted caramel pumpkin buttercream…yeah…thats fine 😛
Jamie @lifelovelemons says
Liiiiikkkkkeee…. this is perfect.
Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says
It’s hard for me to let go of summer, but a slice of this beautiful bread would sure be lovely!
steph@stephsbitebybite says
PUMPKIN!!! Oh my gawd, yes!!!!
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
I’m soooo not ready for summer to be over, but I’m totally ready for pumpkin season to start! Such a great kick off!
Abby says
yes!! I’m so excited you busted out the pumpkin already. I had my first pumpkin beer last night, totally on the same page right now. This looks amazing (as usual 😉 )
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
I love pumpkin. This bread looks amazing Jessica!!
Mimi @ Culinary Couture says
I am loving all these pumpkin recipes popping up everywhere! This looks delicious, ESPECIALLY that buttercream!
Julia says
This gets me REALLY excited for fall–as if I needed any more reasons! Sound delivious
Jen @ The Scrumptious Pumpkin says
Haha, recipes like this are what keep me looking forward to cooler weather! 🙂 I love, love all pumpkin baked treats, and this bread sounds heavenly!
Ashley @ Kitchen Meets Girl says
This bread is right up my alley. I can eat pumpkin bread year-round – so ready for fall weather and baking!
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says
You just put all my favorite words into one amazing recipe title, haha! This bread looks heavenly!
Sarah K. @ The Pajama Chef says
i broke out the pumpkin this week too! this bread looks amazing…that frosting!
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says
I like the way you think. It was in the 90’s here too and I made and photographed my first pumpkin recipe today. I heart all things fall…especially pumpkin! This bread sounds absolutely amazing. Love the salted caramel frosting! Yum!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Gorgeous bread, I love that butterecream!
Emily @ Life on Food says
I cannot wait till fall! Bring on the pumpkin.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I love every single word in that title. LOVE!
Jess says
Oh yum! Pinned this – I’m ready for fall foods too. Bring on the pumpkin recipes!
Julie (@JuliesEatsTreat) says
Oh wow this looks like an amazing way to welcome fall! Now if it would just cool off a little!
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
It was 110 degrees today and I don’t care! I’m all about this bread!!
Joanne says
This was the first pumpkin recipe I’ve pinned thus far since last winter!! I WAS dreading the return of fall (and winter) but after seeing this…it somehow seems like it will all be okay.
Alaina @ Fabtastic Eats says
Ive started with the pumpkin too! These crazy temps are the cause! 😛 I love this bread! And really appreciate the healthier substitutions!
Natalie says
Wow this bread sounds beyond delicious!
Tanya Schroeder says
Pumpkin bread is a favorite around here too! But I’ve never topped my bread with frosting! I love your salted caramel! The problem would be it may not make it on the bread!
Anna @ Hidden Ponies says
Soooo ready for fall! Love everything about this bread!
Mercedes says
Wow, I can’t believe something could make me want fall so badly! This bread and that frosting look divine!
Rachel @ Bakerita says
YES. Pumpkin! So excited we started fall baking, cause I’ve totally started burning my fall-scented bath and body works candles and I’ve been waiting for it to be okay to start putting pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and apples into everything I make. But this cake…OMG. Going on the must-bake-ASAP list. Pinned!
Bree (Skinny Mommy) says
That frosting looks amazing-I love salted caramel. Yum!
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain says
Um, this makes me so happy!! Bring on FALL!
cquek says
I am drooling on my keyboard right now
Becca @ Crumbs and Chaos says
I wish I was your neighbor 🙂 This bread looks incredible!
Elizabeth @Eating Local in the Lou says
You had me at Salted Caramel!
RavieNomNoms says
I am so ready for Fall! I love love love it and the flavors that come with it! This just looks almost to good to eat!
Almost. 😉
Liz says
Love all things pumpkin! Pumpkin reminds of Fall and it’s just around the corner for sure!
Ramona says
Salted Caramel frosting on pumpkin bread… YES please!! Great idea. 🙂
Jennifer says
I can’t WAIT to make this! One quick question though, I really don’t care for sugar substitutes, so if I were to make this with white sugar, how much should I use?
Jessica@A Kitchen Addiction says
Sorry for the delayed response, somehow your comment ended up in spam?! You can just use 1/4 C sugar.
Meg says
Oh, I am all over this! I’ve gained a reputation for my pumpkin obsession in recent years, and friends are already sending me links to my favorite beverages and pumpkin-inspired decor. 🙂 The best way to enjoy pumpkin is, of course, to eat it! Can’t wait to try this!
kate | Food Babbles says
93 or not, I’m ready for pumpkin and this sounds amazing! Love the addition of the salted caramel buttercream Holy cow that sounds good!
Kathy says
I am so ready for pumpkin season. This bread looks incredible!
Christie - Food Done Light says
This is an incredible recipe. I love all the flavors in it yet you still made it healthy and low fat. Amazing. I cannot wait to make your bread.
Anyonita says
Oh, pumpkin buttercream on pumpkin bread?! This looks absolutely stunning & I’ve pinned it to my bread board 🙂 I followed you here from the party at 6 Sister’s Stuff & would like to invite you to come link up with me on Tuesdays at Tasty Tuesdays, where every post gets pinned! Hope to see you on Tuesday!
Heather @ French Press says
I am SO looking forward to fall
Ashley says
Sold. Sold. Sold. The title has me craving pumpkin even though I’m hanging on to every last drop of summer! Sounds amazing!
Lisa@ Cooking with Curls says
I can’t wait until the temperature drops so I can make this bread, it looks delicious!!!
Deb @ kneadedcreations says
Lovely site, wonderful recipes! Can’t wait to give this one a try. One word for THIS recipe- YUM! Deb
Angela says
Holy Hannah this looks amazing!!
Lisa says
So do you just put pumpkin in a blender for pumpkin puree, or does this come in a can? You can’t use Libby’s Pumpkin?
Jessica@A Kitchen Addiction says
You can use the pumpkin puree that comes in a can. I just wanted to clarify that it wasn’t the pumpkin pie filling that comes in the can.
Dani @ See Hubby Cook says
Aaaack!!! This looks soooooooo amazingly good! All hail pumpkin season! Making this!
Regan says
Oh please, anything that may bring fall quicker! Florida summers are painful! This has been put on my list for today’s bake. Can’t wait! Thank you!
Sokha says
I love this recipe. I made 2 for the first time, both came out delicious. Now my boyfriend is requesting it for Thanksgiving. Not one bread but two, he said “my family will devour the bread, so 2 please!” Thank you for sharing your recipe!
Madeline says
Is there anyway I can just use regular flour for the whole bread? Will it make a difference if I use the wheat flour or not? Just hoping to not make an extra trip to the store…
Thanks-
Jessica@A Kitchen Addiction says
Yes, you can definitely use all regular flour for the bread! Hope you like it! 🙂
sokha says
Hi!
Can this bread be baked in a bundt pan? If so, is there any adjustment in the recipe ?
Thank You!
Jessica@A Kitchen Addiction says
I have not tried baking this bread in a bundt pan before. I am afraid that it wouldn’t rise like a cake and would end up being too dense. Sorry that I can’t be more of a help!
Sokha says
Thats ok. thought i asked. Thank you!!
Roxy says
I made this today and it is sooo good!! Very rich flavor. Thank you for sharing it! 🙂
Jessica@A Kitchen Addiction says
So glad you liked it! Thanks for letting me know!
Andrea Conner says
I am trying to make the frosting and I don’t see how you can bring 1 1/2 T brown sugar and a 1/2 teaspoon of water to a rolling boil. Is that a typo? I mixed it together and it’s dry.
Jessica@A Kitchen Addiction says
Sorry for the delayed response, your comment somehow ended up in my spam folder! The directions are actually 1/2 tablespoon which will give you another teaspoon and just enough moisture for the brown sugar to dissolve when stirred into the water and eventually boil. Hope that helps! 🙂 Sorry that it wasn’t clear.
Jana says
I have cooked my bread for 55 minutes and the outside has browned up nicely but the inside is still runny. Should I cook it longer at the same temperature or turn it down? Thanks.
Jessica@A Kitchen Addiction says
Sorry for the delayed response, your comment ended up in my spam folder. I would put aluminum foil over the top and continue to cook it at 350.
Jill Roberts @ WellnessGeeky says
Wow…this salted caramel pumpkin buttercream frosted pumpkin bread definitely looks yummi! I am obsessed with healthy desserts!I love your recipe cuz it contains healthy ingredients! Thanks a lot for sharing Jessica!