Description
Indulge in the warmth of fall with our Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread, a delightful blend of moist pumpkin, rich spices, and melty chocolate chips that will leave you craving more. This easy-to-make loaf captures the essence of autumn, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or as a sweet treat any time of day. With its tender texture thanks to applesauce, this bread is not only delicious but also family-friendly—loved by both kids and adults alike. Enjoy it fresh from the oven or toasted with butter for a comforting experience that will surely become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 cups canned pumpkin (not pie filling)
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup applesauce or canola oil
- 3 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9×5 loaf pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice.
- In another bowl, mix canned pumpkin, brown sugar, granulated sugar, applesauce (or oil), eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture; stir until just mixed. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and sprinkle with reserved mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg