Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
Fall is the perfect time to enjoy the comforting flavors of pumpkin, and this Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread delivers just that. This recipe brings together warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger, blending them with the richness of pumpkin puree for a moist, flavorful loaf. The addition of semi-sweet chocolate chips takes it to the next level, creating the perfect balance of sweet and spice. Whether you’re serving it for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or dessert, this bread is sure to be a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
1 and 3/4 cups (219g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
3/4 cup (150g) packed light or dark brown sugar
1 and 1/2 cups (340g) pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil, canola oil, or melted coconut oil
1/4 cup (60ml) milk (you can substitute milk with orange juice!)
2/3 cup (120g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Prep the oven and pan: Adjust your oven rack to the lower third position and preheat to 350°F (177°C). This will help prevent the top of the bread from over-browning. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray and set aside.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
Prepare the wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add in the pumpkin puree, oil, and milk (or orange juice if substituting), and whisk again until fully combined.
Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold the mixture together. It’s okay if there are some lumps—avoid over-mixing to ensure a tender loaf.
Add the chocolate chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Bake the bread: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60-65 minutes, loosely covering the bread with aluminum foil halfway through baking to prevent the top from browning too much. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before removing. Once cooled, slice and enjoy!
This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread is a delicious way to embrace fall's cozy flavors. The moist texture and perfect blend of spices, paired with rich chocolate chips, make it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Plus, with easy substitutions like swapping milk for orange juice, you can customize it to suit your taste. Bake a loaf today and enjoy the warm, inviting aromas that fill your kitchen!
