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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread loaf with slices and melty chips on a cooling rack

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

A comforting and delicious bread that combines the richness of pumpkin with sweet chocolate chips, perfect for fall or any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the batter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 15 ounces canned pumpkin
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 12 ounces chocolate chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line the bottom of two 8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf pans with parchment paper and spray the pans with cooking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, add the granulated sugar and softened butter. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, canned pumpkin, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix well until everything is nicely incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips until they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans, spreading it evenly.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Mini loaves will bake for around 25-35 minutes.
  9. Allow the bread to cool in the pans for a few minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to finish cooling completely.

Notes

Don’t overmix once you add the dry ingredients. Use fresh ground spices for better flavor. Allow the bread to cool properly to maintain its shape. You can add nuts, dried cranberries, or a cream cheese swirl for variation. Store in plastic wrap or airtight container for 3-4 days; freeze slices for longer storage.