Pumpkin Amaretti Bread

Health score
4%
Pumpkin Amaretti Bread
60 min.
8
364kcal

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with our delightful Pumpkin Amaretti Bread. This scrumptious dessert combines the rich, earthy taste of pumpkin puree with the unique crunch of amaretti cookies, creating a treat that is both moist and flavorful. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this bread is sure to impress your family and friends.

With just 60 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this delectable bread that serves eight, making it an ideal choice for sharing. The combination of spices, including cinnamon and the zesty brightness of lemon, elevates the pumpkin flavor, while the buttery texture ensures each slice is a heavenly experience. Plus, the addition of crushed amaretti cookies adds a delightful twist, providing a subtle almond flavor that perfectly complements the pumpkin.

Whether you enjoy it as a dessert after dinner or as a sweet treat with your morning coffee, Pumpkin Amaretti Bread is versatile and satisfying. Its beautiful golden-brown crust and tender crumb will have everyone reaching for seconds. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a loaf that captures the essence of autumn in every bite!

Ingredients

  • cups flour 
  •  amaretti cookies 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
  •  eggs 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • cup pumpkin puree 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • stick butter unsalted at room temperature

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • springform pan
  • rolling pin
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9 inch springform pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and beat until well combined.
  5. Add lemon zest and pumpkin puree and beat until combined.
  6. Add flour mixture and beat until just incorporated. Beat in milk.
  7. Place amaretti cookies on a cutting board and use a rolling pin or heavy pan to crush them until fine. Gently fold cookies into batter.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake until a cake tester comes out clean, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein6.35%
Fat32.89%
Carbs60.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.01
Glycemic Load
35.27
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.235217446866%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:363.64kcal
18.18%
Fat:13.54g
20.83%
Saturated Fat:7.91g
49.45%
Carbohydrates:56.28g
18.76%
Net Carbohydrates:54.29g
19.74%
Sugar:29.9g
33.22%
Cholesterol:72.51mg
24.17%
Sodium:485.76mg
21.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.89g
11.77%
Vitamin A:5195.52IU
103.91%
Selenium:14.59µg
20.84%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.58%
Folate:66.5µg
16.62%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.41%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.33%
Iron:2.32mg
12.89%
Calcium:124.86mg
12.49%
Phosphorus:112.88mg
11.29%
Vitamin B3:1.98mg
9.92%
Fiber:1.99g
7.94%
Vitamin K:6.09µg
5.8%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.3%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.83%
Copper:0.09mg
4.54%
Magnesium:17.27mg
4.32%
Potassium:132.14mg
3.78%
Vitamin D:0.54µg
3.62%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.16%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.95%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.84%
Vitamin C:1.61mg
1.96%