Description
Indulge in the warm flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread! Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack, this delightful loaf combines the rich taste of canned pumpkin with sweet chocolate chips, creating a moist and flavorful treat that your family and friends will love. With its inviting aroma and tender texture, this bread is an ideal addition to any holiday gathering or casual afternoon tea. Easy to whip up in just a few simple steps, it promises to become a new family favorite in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 2 cups canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
- â…” cup brown sugar
- â…” cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup applesauce or canola oil
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two greased 8×4 inch loaf pans lined with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice.
- In a medium bowl, mix canned pumpkin, brown sugar, granulated sugar, applesauce or oil, eggs one at a time, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and reserve some mini chips for topping if desired.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg