Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
Experience the delightful blend of earthy pumpkin and chocolate in this moist and flavorful bread, perfect for fall gatherings or cozy mornings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of the bread, providing structure.
- 1 tbsp baking powder Ensures the bread rises and achieves a light texture.
- 1 tsp baking soda Provides extra leavening for a tender crumb.
- 1 tsp salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.
- 2 tsps pumpkin pie spice A warm blend that enhances pumpkin flavor.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree Delivers moistness and rich flavor.
- ½ cup vegetable oil Keeps the bread moist and tender.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the bread.
- ½ cup light brown sugar Adds moisture and caramel flavor.
- 3 large eggs Binds the ingredients together.
- ¼ cup water Adjusts the batter consistency.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds warmth to the flavor.
Mix-ins
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Adds richness with melted pockets of chocolate.
- ¼ cup coarse white sugar For optional sprinkling on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly coat two 9" x 5" loaf pans with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Incorporate pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, water, and vanilla into the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
- Sprinkle coarse white sugar on top if desired.
Baking
- Place the pans in the oven and bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a cake tester comes out clean.
- Cool the loaves on a rack, then invert to serve.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing. Don’t overmix after adding wet ingredients to keep the bread tender. Letting the bread rest overnight enhances flavor.