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Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

A warm and indulgent blend of moist pumpkin goodness and decadent chocolate, perfect for cozy autumn days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 can (15 ounces) pure pumpkin puree This is the luscious base that gives our bread a moist texture.
  • 4 large eggs Essential for binding.
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Keeps the bread tender and moist.
  • 2/3 cup water A little splash helps create batter consistency.
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract Lifts the flavors.
  • 2 1/2 cups sugar Adds sweetness.
Dry Ingredients
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Lends structure to our moist loaf.
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda Ensures the bread rises perfectly.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt Balances the flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice Infuses the bread with warm flavors.
Mix-ins
  • 2 cups chocolate chips Melting into each slice for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Grease and flour two 8.5 x 4.5 x 2.5 inch loaf pans.
  3. In a mixer or large bowl, combine pumpkin, eggs, oil, water, vanilla, and sugar; mix until blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
  5. Stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

Enhance with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a smear of cream cheese frosting. Great for Thanksgiving or Halloween gatherings.