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Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Moist and Irresistible Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

This Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread is a must-try autumn treat, combining spiced pumpkin and rich chocolate flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour whole wheat can be used for denser bread
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon can substitute with pumpkin pie spice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg optional; substitute with pumpkin pie spice if desired
  • 0.5 cups Cooking Oil melted coconut oil or unsalted butter can be used
  • 2 large Eggs avoid substitutions unless opting for a vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Sugar brown sugar can be used for richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional but recommended
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree canned or homemade options work
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips can substitute with nuts or dried fruit
Optional Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Nuts walnuts or pecans
  • 1 cup Mashed Bananas for a fruity variation
  • 0.5 cups Dried Cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Herbs rosemary or thyme for flavor twist

Equipment

  • 8x4 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8"x4" loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together cooking oil, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
  4. Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture gently, until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use pure pumpkin puree for the best flavor and moisture. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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