Description
This moist and flavorful Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread combines the warm spices of pumpkin pie spice with sweet bursts of chocolate chips for a perfect autumn treat. Easy to make and ideal for breakfast or dessert, it offers a delightful balance of pumpkin richness and chocolate indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can (15-oz) pumpkin puree
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9×5 inch loaf pans with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bread after baking.
- Make batter: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, salt, and white sugar until well combined. Separately, whisk the melted butter, eggs, and pumpkin puree in a measuring jug until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together just until combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender crumb. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
- Cool: Allow the breads to cool in the pans for 10 minutes to firm up, then transfer them onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and moist.
- If you prefer a nuttier texture, add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans along with the chocolate chips.
- Store leftover pumpkin bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.
- Make sure to check the bread a few minutes before the minimum baking time to avoid overbaking.
