Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe With Chocolate Chips

Name: Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe With Chocolate Chips
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 60 min
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter (softened (1 1/2 sticks)); 3/4 cup dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 15 oz pumpkin puree; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tsp baking soda; 2 tsp cinnamon; 1/2 tsp nutmeg; 1 tsp salt; 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips

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Chocolate chips make this moist and perfectly delicious Pumpkin Bread even more irresistible! Serve this loaf as an appetizer at any fall or winter gathering when the air outside is cool and crisp. This best pumpkin bread recipe makes a great option for your Thanksgiving dinner spread, too!

Top view close up of a loaf of chocolate chip pumpkin bread.

Why This Recipe Works

If you could pick a word to describe someone who makes nearly a thousand cookies within a five-day span, would “insane” come to mind? Because I’m feeling insane. My hands and feet hurt and everything I glance at resembles a cookie.

In between batches of delicious cookies from Cookie Remix, I’ve managed to squeeze in a few loaves of this incredible Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread.

Now, listen. I’ve tasted a lot of pumpkin bread in my life. Some bad, some ok and some good. But before now I’d never tasted a recipe that made my heart sing. This pumpkin bread makes my heart sing. It is moist, pumpkin-packed, chocolatey and irresistible.

Omit the chocolate chips for a more organic experience, but I promise the chocolate adds a touch of delicious.

I made one loaf and wanted more, so I made another. Then I realized I should include more in my diet than cookies and pumpkin bread, so I sent the remains to work with Dan. And now I want to make another loaf. I’m a mess.

Recipe Ingredients

Pumpkin puree – You can purchase a can of pumpkin puree for this recipe. Or consider making your own pumpkin puree in your Instant Pot.

Sour cream – Sour cream adds moisture to a cake or bread but it doesn’t thin the batter. Greek yogurt is a good substitute if you don’t have sour cream or want a healthier version.

Dark chocolate chips – The sweetness of pumpkin matches well with dark chocolate vs milk chocolate. You can use regular size chips or try mini size. Cacao nibs are another option if you have those on hand.

How To Make Pumpkin Bread With Chocolate Chips

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray.

In a large bowl combine the butter, sugars, eggs, vanilla, pumpkin and sour cream. Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a hand-held mixer, mix on medium speed until creamy and free of lumps.

Step 2

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Mix well. Gradually add to the butter mixture until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly using a spatula. Bake at 350 for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 3

Before serving yourself a slice, let it cool on wire racks. Let cool completely before putting it an airtight container. for 10 minutes before slicing and serving!Promise me that you will add this pumpkin bread to your Thanksgiving menu this year. Your guests will love you. ENJOY and thank you for being here! Have a great start to your week!

Top view of a loaf of bread in a loaf pan with crumbs surrounding it.

Recipe Notes

To make this loaf a little healthier, substitute wheat flour for all purpose.
This recipe would be fun when turned into mini loaves. Note that the baking time will be shorter as they are smaller portions.
Roughly chop up a 1/4 to 1/2 cups of walnuts or pecans for a nice crunch in your loaf!

How To Store Pumpkin Bread

Store completely covered, either wrapped in foil or plastic wrap or zipped up into a ziploc bag. It will stay fresh at room temperature for 2 to 3 days.

Can You Freeze Pumpkin Bread

This loaf can be frozen for up to 3 months when wrapped in foil or plastic wrap, then placed into a resealable freezer bag. Remember to thaw overnight in the refrigerator when ready to serve and allow it come to room temperature before serving.

Substitute For Pumpkin Puree

Equal parts of cooked, mashed sweet potatoes or butternut squash is a great substitution and you might not even be able to tell the difference!

Are Canned Pumpkin and Pumpkin Puree The Same Thing?

Canned pumpkin is straight-up pumpkin that has been put into a can. Some pumpkin puree contains other ingredients that flavors it, making it pumpkin-pie ready. Read your labels to see what you’re getting in your next can of pumpkin!

Single slice of pumpkin bread sitting on a counter.

FAQ About Pumpkin Puree

Can pumpkin puree be eaten raw?

Pumpkin puree can be eaten raw. However, it is not necessarily delicious until you have added the ingredients to a recipe you are including it in.

Can pumpkin puree be frozen?

Pumpkin puree can be frozen. Add the puree to an air tight container and you can safely freeze it for 4-5 months.

Is pumpkin puree healthy?

Good news! Pumpkin puree is full of healthy vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It’s low calorie and it’s a benefit to your eyes, heart and skin.

When does pumpkin puree go bad?

Pumpkin puree can go bad after you open it and remove it from the can. If you don’t need to use up the entire batch with baking, then you can put the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate it for 3-5 days. Alternatively, you can freeze it for 2-3 months in the same container to use it later.

Is pumpkin puree good for dogs?

Pumpkin puree is known to be a good addition to a dog’s diet. Fresh pumpkin puree has a lot of water in it so canned pumpkin puree will offer the most fiber, nutrients and vitamins to their diet.

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