Description
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with our Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread. This moist and flavorful loaf combines the rich taste of pumpkin with sweet, gooey chocolate chips, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re enjoying it as a cozy breakfast, sharing it at gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings, this easy-to-follow recipe is sure to impress. The addition of applesauce ensures each slice is tender while the warm spices evoke the essence of fall. Embrace the season and bake this comforting bread today!
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 cups canned pumpkin (not pie filling)
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup applesauce or canola oil
- 3 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9×5 loaf pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice.
- In another bowl, mix canned pumpkin, brown sugar, granulated sugar, applesauce (or oil), eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in both types of chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter between the prepared loaf pans and sprinkle reserved mini chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for about one hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg