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!
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray.
In a large mixing 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.
In a separate bowl, combine the 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 uncovered in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving!
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!