Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe

⏱️ Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 55 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Servings: 1 loaf (10–12 slices)

📝 Ingredients List

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

• 9×5 inch loaf pan
• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Rubber spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Toothpick (for testing doneness)

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9×5 loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined.
3. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, oil, sugar, and eggs to the dry mixture. Use a spatula to fold everything together until just combined; do not overmix. 🥣
4. Add Chocolate: Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Patience makes for cleaner slices! ✨

💡 Pro Tips

• Storage: Keep the bread airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days, or wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
• Substitutions: For extra crunch, add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
• Perfect Slicing: Allow the loaf to cool completely before cutting to prevent it from crumbling.

Variations

Love a little extra texture? Try swirling in a teaspoon of peanut butter before baking, or sprinkle coarse sugar over the top of the batter for a crunchy, bakery-style crust.

FAQ

Can I use fresh pumpkin? Yes, but ensure it is thoroughly drained, as fresh pumpkin contains more water than canned versions. Is this freezer-friendly? Absolutely, this bread freezes beautifully even after slicing.