Starbucks Pumpkin Bread Recipe (2024)

A copycat for Starbucks Pumpkin Bread Recipe!

The easiest pumpkin bread with 12 ingredients! This bread can be made in muffin, mini muffin or mini loaf pans. Scroll down to view the how-to video!

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Starbucks has changed their pumpkin bread over the years, so this copycat recipe is for their old school pumpkin bread, circa 2013.

With over 150 comments, this easy starbucks pumpkin bread recipe is a classic fall recipe that will soon be a favorite in your family!

Quick breads andmuffinsare some of my favorite baked goods because you can eat them any time of the day. Morning. Afternoon. Snack. Dessert. Yum.

If you want a better-for-you option, try this healthy pumpkin chocolate chip bread.

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Pumpkin Everything

The pumpkin spice craze has unleashed for the the season.

The most notable pumpkin spice item is probably the pumpkin spice latte (PSL!). We should thank coffee shops everywhere for creating the best fall beverage ever.

There are definitely some PSL haters out there who want nothing to do with pumpkin spice. I personally love the craze, within reason. But I found some weird products that definitely shouldn’t have been pumpkin spiced. Yes, I just made it into a verb. Here’s my take on the good and the ugly of all things pumpkin spice.

GOOD: PSL, pumpkin spice coffee creamer, pumpkin sugar cookies, pumpkin spice pudding, pumpkin spice almonds, pumpkin spice kettle corn, pumpkin whipped cream.

UGLY: pumpkin spice dental chews for pets, pumpkin spice pringles, pumpkin spice lasagna, pumpkin spice seltzer water, and pumpkin spice skittles.

Do you have something to add to the list, on the good or ugly side?! Leave a comment telling us!

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What You’ll Need

  • all purpose flour –flour is necessary to build structure
  • baking soda and baking powder –helps to leaven and lift the batter
  • cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg – adds warmthand classic spice flavor
  • salt – just a pinch to balance the sweetness and enhances the other flavors
  • granulated sugar and brown sugar –adds sweetness, flavor, and moisture
  • milk – adds fat and moisture
  • eggs –binds the batter together by providing structure
  • pumpkin puree – adds pumpkin flavor and acts as a binder
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How to Make Pumpkin Bread

The best part about this Starbucks pumpkin bread recipe is that you’ll only dirty up 3 things – a small bowl, a larger bowl, and the loaf pan.

In a small bowl combine all of the dry ingredients.

In a larger bowl combine the sugars and all wet ingredients, stir to combine.

Gently mix in the flour mixture.

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Pour into a greased loaf pan and bake at 350ºF for 55-60 minutes.

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Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Bread

This copycat version of Starbucks pumpkin pound cake rivals the real deal, so much so you won’t have to fork over $2-3 for a single slice anymore.

Bake up a whole loaf in your own kitchen in under 90 minutes, which the majority of that time is baking and cooling, aka a great time to watch Fixer Upper!

Gluten Free Starbucks Bread

I’ve made this bread with both regular and gluten free flour with awesome results on multiple occasions. I recommendKing Arthur’s Gluten Free Measure for Measure Flour. Use it as a one for one substitute for regular flour.

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How to Store

Store the bread in an airtight container on the counter. To keep the bread extra moist, wrap in plastic wrap then place inside the container.

How to Freeze Quick Bread

To freeze the whole loaf:allow it to cool completely, then wrap well in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil. Place inside a ziplock bag. To thaw, place the wrapped bread in the fridge overnight.

To freeze individual slices:allow the loaf to cool completely and slice. Wrap each slice in plastic wrap then in aluminum and place inside a ziplock bag. To thaw, place a slice in the fridge overnight. Or unwrap and microwave for 30 second intervals.

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Pro Tips

1. DO NOT OVER MIX THE BATTER

I have been guilty of this myself and I am learning to be okay with lumps in my batter. For quick bread, do not use your electric mixer to beat in the dry ingredients, using a spatula and mixing by hand will give you more control.

“Mix just until incorporated” means mixing the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until you can just no longer see any flour streaks. Yes you should still scrape the sides and the bottom of the bowl, but do that as you’re mixing in the flour.

2. DO NOT OVER BAKE

Sometimes the bread can trick you, it can look done on the outside but still be doughy in the middle. That’s when tenting the bread with aluminum foil comes in handy. It protects the top from becoming too brown, overcooked or crusty.

3. LOAF PAN SIZE MATTERS

There’s two popular loaf pan sizes – 9×5 and 8.5×4.5. Even though the numbers are similar, the pans actually differ in size by 15%. The 8.5×4.5 pan will yield a tall, more domed bread and will take 5-10 minutes longer when baking.

More Pumpkin Desserts

  • Pumpkin Muffins
  • Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
  • Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes with Oreo Crust
  • Pumpkin Dump Cake

Starbucks Pumpkin Bread Recipe

4.37 from 621 ratings

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Cook Time: 1 hour hr

Additional Time: 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Total Time: 2 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Yield: 12 servings

A copycat for Starbucks Pumpkin Bread Recipe!The easiest pumpkin bread with 12 ingredients! This bread can be made in muffin, mini muffin or mini loaf pans.

Starbucks has changed their pumpkin bread over the years, so this copycat recipe is for their old school pumpkin bread, circa 2013.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all purpose flour, gluten free all purpose flour works great!
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • cup granulated sugar
  • cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup milk, I used skim
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree, use a 15 oz can – you’ll have a little leftover in the can

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350º F.

  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cloves, and nutmeg.

  • In a large bowl, combine the sugar, brown sugar, milk, and egg whites with a spatula or whisk. Add in the canned pumpkin, and mix together well.

  • Slowly add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until everything is combined.

  • Throughly spray a loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.

  • Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  • Allow the bread to cool in the pan before removing.

  • Store in an air tight container.

Notes

  • For regular muffins bake at 425ºF for 7 minutes, then turn the oven down to 350ºF and bake for 12-14 minutes.

Cuisine: American

Course: Bread

Author: Beth

Calories: 161kcal, Carbohydrates: 37g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Sodium: 181mg, Potassium: 96mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 24g, Vitamin A: 3186IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 35mg, Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

Why does my pumpkin bread have no flavor? ›

Why does my pumpkin bread taste bland? Make sure to follow the recipe exactly. That means—don't leave out the salt, don't cut the amount of sugar, and use the specified amount of cinnamon. This is important because flour is what I like to call a “flavor thief”— it sucks the flavor out of ingredients.

Why did my pumpkin bread come out gummy? ›

If your pumpkin spice bread is gummy or undercooked in the center, it's typically because it either 1) needed more time to bake in the oven or 2) the batter was too wet, which led the bread to collapse in on itself a bit (this happens if you measure ingredients by volume, rather than by weight: it's easy to ...

Does Starbucks have pumpkin bread all year? ›

Is Starbucks Pumpkin Bread Seasonal? No, Starbucks carries their pumpkin bread year round which is great for us pumpkin bread lovers. You can also make my version anytime of the year as well as I'm a firm believer that pumpkin bread isn't just for the fall.

What is magnolia cream cheese? ›

Pasteurized processed cream cheese spread made from soft, fresh cream cheese. It has a rich creamy and mildly tangy flavor, a smooth texture and creamy white color.

What happens if you put too much pumpkin in pumpkin bread? ›

You might think you could overcome the lack of flavor by adding more pumpkin purée to your recipe, but you'd be mistaken: By the time you've added enough purée to taste it, your baked good would have a soggy texture on account of all that moisture.

How do you enhance pumpkin flavor? ›

Cook It on the Stove

Briefly cooking your canned pumpkin purée on the stove can help improve both the flavor and texture. This method helps reduce excess moisture, which gives the pumpkin a superior texture. It also releases the natural pumpkin flavor and helps reduce the metallic taste from the can.

What happens if you use too much baking soda in pumpkin bread? ›

It's important not to use too much baking soda in recipes, as it can result in a metallic, soapy flavor. It is much more powerful than baking powder – you only need about 1/4 teaspoon baking soda per cup of flour to leaven baked goods.

Why is my pumpkin bread so heavy? ›

Why is My Pumpkin Bread So Dense? Pumpkin bread can become dense if there is not enough hydration or wet ingredients in the recipe.

Why did my pumpkin bread turn green? ›

Sunflower flour does a funny thing where it turns green when baked… It's harmless, but not the most attractive food color. It doesn't affect the taste, so I'm totally fine with it.

Why did my pumpkin bread split on top? ›

You want the bread to puff up and crack on top—this is a sign that it has cooked all the way through. It's easy enough to test for doneness by inserting a wooden skewer or cake tester (sometimes I use a paring knife) into the center of the loaf.

How many calories are in a slice of Starbucks pumpkin bread? ›

Starbucks Food Pumpkin Bread (1 serving) contains 61g total carbs, 59g net carbs, 14g fat, 6g protein, and 390 calories.

Did Starbucks discontinue pumpkin scones? ›

The Pumpkin Scone is not returning this year. We recommend trying our Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin or our new Baked Apple Croissant.

How many pumps of pumpkin are in Starbucks? ›

At Starbucks, the pumpkin spice latte is usually served with 3 pumps of the brand's signature Pumpkin Spice Syrup, which gives the drink roughly 40 grams of sugar. Ask your barista to opt for 2, or even 1 pump instead to keep up healthy eating habits while maintaining delicious flavor.

What is the difference between pumpkin puree and pumpkin filling? ›

Although they both come in cans and the packaging looks almost identical, they can't be used interchangeably. Pumpkin puree doesn't have anything added to it, but pumpkin pie filling comes with pumpkin spice and sugar already mixed in.

What's the difference between pumpkin puree and solid pumpkin? ›

First and foremost: what is pumpkin puree? Canned pumpkin and pumpkin puree are the same thing. These terms are often used interchangeably in recipes, though you may also see the term solid-pack pumpkin. All these terms mean 100% steamed and pureed pumpkin—no extras, no add-ins—not even in the canned variety.

What does pumpkin replace in baking? ›

Using nutritious pumpkin instead of eggs, oil and butter is a delicious way to feel good and enjoy the recipes you love.

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