This moist, flavorful Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread combines the warmth of fall spices with sweet chocolate chips, making it a perfect treat for the holiday season.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Quick and easy, no mixer needed
- Perfectly spiced with homemade pumpkin pie spice
- Moist, tender bread with rich chocolate flavor
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt: Creates structure and rise.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice: Adds warm, cozy flavors.
- Canned Pumpkin: Keeps the bread moist and flavorful.
- Sugars: Both brown and granulated sugars for sweetness.
- Applesauce or Canola Oil: Ensures moistness.
- Eggs, Vanilla Extract: Provides richness and flavor.
- Chocolate Chips: For a decadent twist.
How to Make Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread:
- Preheat Oven and Prep Pans: Set oven to 350°F and prepare two loaf pans.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin, sugars, applesauce (or oil), eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine and Add Chocolate Chips: Stir wet mixture into dry ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Bake: Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 50-55 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Helpful Tips:
- Use either applesauce or oil based on preference. Applesauce offers a healthier option, while oil provides extra moisture.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to avoid a tough texture.
Details:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 2 loaves (approx. 24 slices)
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Notes:
- For a variation, try adding chopped nuts or using butterscotch chips.
- Make sure to use canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I freeze this bread? Yes, it freezes beautifully. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
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- Mastering Pumpkin Bread: Recipes, Tips, and More
- Decadent Chocolate Zucchini Bread: A Moist and Delightful Recipe
Conclusion:
This Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread is a fall staple, with rich pumpkin flavor and bursts of chocolate in every bite. Perfect for holiday gatherings or enjoying with a cup of coffee!
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Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
Description
This moist, flavorful Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread combines the warmth of fall spices with sweet chocolate chips, making it a perfect treat for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt: Creates structure and rise.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice: Adds warm, cozy flavors.
- Canned Pumpkin: Keeps the bread moist and flavorful.
- Sugars: Both brown and granulated sugars for sweetness.
- Applesauce or Canola Oil: Ensures moistness.
- Eggs, Vanilla Extract: Provides richness and flavor.
- Chocolate Chips: For a decadent twist.
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prep Pans: Set oven to 350°F and prepare two loaf pans.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin, sugars, applesauce (or oil), eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine and Add Chocolate Chips: Stir wet mixture into dry ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Bake: Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 50-55 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For a variation, try adding chopped nuts or using butterscotch chips.
- Make sure to use canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.
