Save A moist tender pumpkin bread studded with rich chocolate chips perfect for fall breakfasts or cozy snacks.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups (220 g) all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (210 g) canned pumpkin purée 2 large eggs 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (50 g) packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Add Ins: 3/4 cup (130 g) semi sweet chocolate chips plus extra for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C):
- Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a large bowl whisk together flour baking soda baking powder salt cinnamon nutmeg and cloves.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a separate bowl whisk together pumpkin purée eggs vegetable oil milk granulated sugar brown sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry:
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined (do not overmix).
- Fold in chocolate chips:
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Prepare batter:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
- Bake:
- Bake for 55 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (a few melted chocolate streaks are fine).
- Cool:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 15 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
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Save Delicious served slightly warm with a pat of butter.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I substitute chocolate chips with nuts?
Yes, chopped walnuts or pecans can replace chocolate chips for a nutty texture and flavor.
- → How do I ensure the bread stays moist?
Adding 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce enhances moisture without altering flavor.
- → What spices enhance pumpkin flavors best?
Cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves work together to complement pumpkin's natural sweetness.
- → How can I tell when the bread is fully baked?
Insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few melted chocolate streaks.
- → What is the best way to store leftover slices?
Wrap tightly and keep at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.