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Best Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

A delightful blend of sweet pumpkin, warm spices, and rich chocolate, perfect for cozy autumn evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 3 oz cooking oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/4 cups chocolate chips (divided)
  • Oil spray for greasing the pan

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with oil spray.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
  3. Mix the cooking oil, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree in another bowl until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  5. Fold in about 1 cup of chocolate chips, reserving 1/4 cup for topping.
  6. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake for about 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Try adding nuts or dried fruits for variations! This recipe can be made gluten-free or vegan.

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Keywords: pumpkin bread, chocolate chip, fall recipe, dessert, baking