Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

20 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 can pumpkin puree

    15 oz

  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 whole eggs
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for topping

    optional

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 2 9x5 inch loaf pans or line with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a bowl combine flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl mix together pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs and water. Mix until smooth and well blended.

  4. 4

    Gently mix flour and pumpkin mixture together. When just barely combined add mini chocolate chips and fold into batter.

  5. 5

    Divide evenly between to pans. If using the semi-sweet chocolate chips, sprinkle evenly over the top of the batter.

  6. 6

    Bake for 50-60 minutes until a tester comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Remove from the oven and let cook for 15 minutes before removing from the pan and cooling completely on a wire rack.

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

70 min20 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving that cozy taste of autumn in a baked treat? This chocolate chip pumpkin bread recipe delivers a moist, tender crumb packed with warm spices and delightful chocolate in every slice, perfect for any season.

This recipe brings together the classic comforting flavors of pumpkin and a generous blend of spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, ensuring a rich aroma fills your kitchen. The combination of vegetable oil and pumpkin puree helps create an incredibly moist loaf that stays tender for days, a common challenge with many quick breads. The inclusion of two types of chocolate chips adds a fantastic texture contrast and extra sweetness.

You can anticipate a wonderfully fragrant, golden-brown loaf with a beautifully domed top, studded throughout with melty mini chocolate chips. The flavor profile is a harmonious blend of earthy pumpkin, sweet brown sugar notes, and the unmistakable warmth of autumnal spices, all complemented by pockets of rich chocolate. It's a comforting, satisfying bake that feels both indulgent and homey, making it a favorite for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. The texture is delightfully soft and moist, never dry or crumbly.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to experiment with the chocolate chips; while mini chocolate chips are called for, you could use dark chocolate chunks for a more intense flavor. For a nuttier twist, consider stirring in a half cup of chopped pecans or walnuts with the dry ingredients. If you prefer less chocolate on top, simply omit the optional semi-sweet chocolate chips.

This chocolate chip pumpkin bread is fantastic for sharing at potlucks, serving alongside your morning coffee, or as a comforting dessert after a family meal. It pairs beautifully with a simple glass of milk or a hot cup of tea.

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