Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a 9” x 5” loaf pan with parchment paper. This step is essential as it prevents the bread from sticking and makes it easier to remove once baked.
Transfer the rolled oats to a high-powered blender and blend on high speed for 30 seconds, or until a fine flour forms. This process ensures a smooth texture for the bread and helps incorporate the oats seamlessly.
Add the coconut sugar, baking powder, sea salt, and pumpkin spice to the blender. Blend for a few more seconds to combine the dry ingredients uniformly. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the pumpkin puree, eggs, avocado oil, and vanilla extract until well combined. This mixture is the heart of your bread, providing moisture and flavor.
Now, transfer the dry ingredients from the blender to the mixing bowl containing the wet ingredients. Stir well until a thick batter forms. Look for a consistency that is thick yet pourable – just right for a quick bread.
In a small bowl, stir together the cinnamon sugar mixture: the sugar of your choice, pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. This mixture will create the delightful cinnamon swirl in your bread.
Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly into a layer. This ensures the bread bakes evenly.
Sprinkle the cinnamon swirl mixture over the layer of bread batter, creating an even layer of cinnamon and sugar. It may seem like a lot of sugar, but it’s essential for that delicious swirl!
Transfer the remaining batter to the loaf pan and spread it evenly, carefully covering the cinnamon sugar layer. This keeps the swirl intact.
Use a butter knife to draw a large “S” shape into the pumpkin batter mix. This creates the cinnamon swirl effect, giving your bread a beautiful pattern.
Cover the loaf pan with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. This helps it cook evenly without browning too quickly.
After 40 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown around the edges and tests clean with a toothpick. You want that perfect golden hue!
Once baked, let the pumpkin loaf cool completely in the pan before slicing. This step is crucial for achieving clean slices, and the aroma that fills your kitchen is truly enticing!
