Description
Looking for the best moist chocolate pumpkin bread? This quick and easy loaf is rich, fluffy, and full of fall flavor. A simple baking idea for cozy days, perfect for dessert or breakfast! Whether you love chocolate or pumpkin this healthy treat blends both beautifully!
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line or grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined, then add chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the pan and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Add a tablespoon of coffee to enhance chocolate flavor.
- Sub applesauce for half the oil to lighten it up.
- Use a swirl of peanut butter on top for a fun twist.
- Freezes well – slice before freezing for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American