This mouth-watering chocolate chip and pumpkin bread is the perfect treat for fall. The rich flavor of pumpkin combined with the sweetness of chocolate chips creates a decadent and moist bread that is perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the pumpkin, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin is a great source of fiber and vitamins A and C.
Adding chocolate chips to pumpkin bread elevates the flavor and provides a delicious contrast.