Delicious and Moist Holiday Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Indulge in the perfect combination of rich chocolate and warm pumpkin with this moist and delicious Holiday Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread. This easy-to-make recipe is a crowd-pleaser and is perfect for any holiday gathering or cozy night in. The addition of chocolate chips adds an extra level of sweetness and decadence, making this pumpkin bread a true treat for your taste buds. Enjoy a slice with a hot cup of coffee or cocoa for the ultimate holiday indulgence.

Ingredients

• 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
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Mix in the pumpkin puree and sour cream until well combined.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. Fold in the chocolate chips.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
9. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
11. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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