Starbucks Pumpkin Bread is a favorite of so many of us. This bread is well spiced and so moist. Have you ever thought for a minute what a whole loaf of pumpkin bread would cost if you purchased it from Starbucks? I can show you how to make this delicious bread with a few simple ingredients.
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Pumpkin spice bread
So often I have pulled into Starbucks drive-thru and ordered myself a coffee and a slice of pumpkin bread and went on my merry way. Starbucks is known for its delicious treats, but sometimes Starbucks isn’t very kind on the wallet. Maybe like you, I don’t always want to spend 10 dollars on breakfast.
Pumpkin bread is actually easy to make. Now if you don’t happen to have all of the spices on hand, you can use pumpkin pie spice which you may already have in your spice cabinet. I just love the flavors of the cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, clove, and allspice.
If you can’t find pumpkin seeds you could use chopped walnuts or pecans. It won’t be quite like Starbucks, but it will still be very good. My local store happens to sell these in their bulk section so they are relatively inexpensive.
What makes Starbucks pumpkin bread so good?
I think what makes the bread so special is how incredibly moist it is. It has a delicate pumpkin flavor that isn’t too overpowering; you can taste hints of spice. The best part is the crunchy pumpkin seeds on top, which provide a nice contrast to the soft bread.
It is absolutely divine when you enjoy it warm, but it is also yummy if you eat it at room temperature! It’s a great on-the-go breakfast or snack that tastes amazing with coffee.
The Starbucks Pumpkin and Pepita Loaf is one of their most beloved items. Customers appreciate the pumpkin bread so much that it is available year-round at the coffee shop, despite other pumpkin items typically being seasonal!
Why you should try this copycat Starbucks pumpkin bread recipe
The good news is that you don’t need to be a professional to make this incredibly decadent morning bread. The Starbucks pumpkin bread ingredients are very basic and my easy-to-follow recipe makes it a breeze for you to recreate the famous pastry at home.
Your family will be impressed with how similar it tastes to the real deal! Plus, you can save some money when you make this homemade version from scratch and it tastes much fresher, too. As you can see, it’s a win-win.
Ingredients
Here’s what you need to make this Starbucks pumpkin bread copycat recipe:
- All-purpose flour
- White sugar
- Salt
- Baking Soda
- Nutmeg
- Cardamom
- Cinnamon
- Allspice
- Ground cloves
- Large eggs
- Pumpkin puree (do not use pumpkin pie filling)
- Vegetable oil or canola oil
- Vanilla extract
- Roasted and salted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
How to make Starbucks Pumpkin Bread
This recipe is a quick bread, which means that we mix our wet and dry ingredients first separately and then together.
I find that sifting the dry ingredients makes for better bread. The bread will be airier and have a uniform texture.
You don’t want to over-mix a quick bread, you want to mix it just long enough to get the lumps out.
- In a large bowl, add all of the dry ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, salt, baking soda, salt, and spices. Sift the dry ingredients together and give them a final whisk to combine them.
- In a medium bowl, mix the eggs, oil, pumpkin purée, and vanilla.
- Pour the mixture of wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Stir until the lumps are out. Do not over-stir the mixture.
- Spray baking pan with non-stick cooking spray
- Pour batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top of the bread batter.
- Bake at 350°F for 50 – 60 minutes.
- Cool for approximately 5 minutes in the pan, and then turn the pumpkin bread onto a cooling rack.
The bread cuts best when allowed to cool completely.
Tip: You can make mini loaves by using mini loaf pans and bake for about 40 minutes.
What to serve with the Starbucks Pumpkin Loaf
Luckily for you, this pastry pairs well with numerous foods and drinks. For instance, the most obvious choice is to enjoy it with your morning coffee, whether you prefer iced or hot coffee. It’s also tasty with a chai tea latte.
Warm up the pumpkin bread and smother some butter on it to take it to the next level. If you want something more filling to start your day, you can make some Starbucks sous vide egg bites with bacon and gruyere for a savory pairing.
Alternatively, transform it into a dessert by heating it up and drizzling some decadent caramel sauce and whipped cream atop the sliced bread. The flavors of caramel and pumpkin will make your tastebuds dance!
How to store pumpkin bread
This baked good is safe to store at room temperature. In fact, I recommend it because it stays much softer this way (the refrigerator makes it a bit harder, but it will extend its shelf life).
You can keep this on the kitchen counter if you tightly wrap it or keep it in an airtight container. Personally, I go the extra mile by wrapping it in plastic and then keeping it in a gallon-sized bag, which keeps it nice and moist.
Another option is to store it in the freezer. Wrap it with a layer of plastic wrap and then a layer of aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn. Thaw it in the fridge or on the counter.
How long will Starbucks copycat pumpkin bread last?
As long as you store it correctly, the copycat pumpkin loaf lasts 4-5 days at room temperature. When you freeze it, it lasts about three months.
Do you love Starbucks? Check out these great copycat Starbucks recipes!
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
- How to Make a Cafe Mocha
- Flat White Latte Starbucks
- Caramel Macchiato
- Starbucks Butterscotch Drink
- Banana Nut Bread Recipe
- Starbucks Protein Box
- How to Cook Sous Vide Eggs
- Starbucks Egg White Spinach Feta Wrap Recipe
- Cranberry Bliss Bars
Easy quick bread recipes
Take a look at more of my copycat Starbucks recipes and easy homemade bread.
Starbucks Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon clove
- ** Alternatively replace the spices listed above with a scant 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil do not use olive or peanut oil
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/3 cup roasted salted pumpkin seed kernels (pepitas)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- Sift the flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, and spices into a large bowl.
- In a smaller bowl, whisk to combine the eggs, oil, pumpkin puree, and vanilla.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until the mixture is no longer lumpy. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, sprinkle the pumpkin seeds on top, and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
This is my go to Pumpkin bread recipe. Since I found it, I have had so many compliments on it! Just make sure you really blend the wet ingredients together before adding to the dry and it will come out moist and delicious every time!
I like to re-grind my spices and/or let them sit in the oils to help enhance the flavor. The older the spices the more bland they become..Fresher flavor the more pungent the flavor. Hope the old lady advice helps with the spice issue. Love the pumpkin bread!
It was simple but it turned out bland. I melted butter and added spices to the butter and pour it over the bread. It turned out good after touring the butter with spices. I did accidentally bought pistachios instead of the pumpkin seeds. Overall good.
Made this recipe and loved it! Very moist!