Best Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe

This pumpkin chocolate chip bread recipe is the perfect fall treat! It is simple to make and is full of fall-favorite flavors. With melty chocolate and flavorful pumpkin puree, this recipe makes a moist loaf of bread that you will want to make again and again. 

When I think of fall treats, pumpkin chocolate chip bread is one of the first things that pops into my head. This pumpkin chocolate chip bread recipe has quickly made it to the top of my list of favorites! As soon as I feel the chill of fall in the air, I break out the pumpkin puree and chocolate chips and start whipping up this pumpkin chocolate chip loaf. The pumpkin puree makes this bread extra moist, and the melty chocolate chips add the perfect touch of sweetness! This bread has just the right amount of sweetness without being overbearing, making it a great choice if you just want a touch of something sweet. Whether you make this pumpkin and chocolate chip bread for your family, for a party, or even as a holiday treat, everyone will be asking you for the recipe!

Sometimes baking bread can seem a little daunting, but this pumpkin bread recipe with chocolate chips is actually very simple to make! You will start by preparing your loaf pan, then you can mix together your pumpkin pie spice, flour, salt, and baking soda. Whisk these together until they are well blended and you don’t see any lumps. Next, add in the pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Once all of those ingredients are combined, all that you have to do is mix in your chocolate chips, then pour the mixture into the loaf pan. Sprinkle the rest of the chocolate chips on top and pop it into the oven! Your house will smell amazing while it is baking that you will be looking around to see who lit a pumpkin candle! Once it is fully baked, let it cool, and your pumpkin chocolate chip bread will be ready to serve.

Why You’ll Love This Pumpkin Bread Recipe with Chocolate Chips

• This pumpkin chocolate chip loaf is the perfect fall treat.
• This recipe can be served as a dessert at any fall celebration!
• The pumpkin puree keeps this bread moist and the chocolate chips add just the right amount of sweetness.
• This pumpkin and chocolate chip bread is super simple to make!
• This pumpkin bread combines the best fall flavors into one tasty loaf of bread!

Ingredients For Your Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for coating chocolate chips
• 1 1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla
• 1 1/4 cup chocolate chips

How to Make This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and spray an 8″ x 4″ loaf pan with cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper.

Step 2: Add flour, pumpkin pie spice, salt and baking soda in a large bowl; whisk to combine.

Step 3: Add the sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Stir until just combined.

Step 4: Toss 1 cup of the chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon flour. Stir the chocolate chips into the batter.

Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips over the top of the loaf.

Step 6: Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. If the top starts to get too brown, lightly cover with tin foil to continue baking. Cool for 10 minutes, then run a thin knife along the sides of the pan to loosen the bread.

Step 7: Let the bread cool in the pan, then remove, slice and serve. Enjoy!

What to Serve/Pair with Your Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

This pumpkin bread with chocolate chips is a delicious dessert on its own! You can even top it with a little whipped cream or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Looking for another fall dessert to serve alongside this pumpkin bread? Try this Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix for the perfect mixture of sweet and salty fall flavors. All that you’re missing is a pumpkin spice latte and you’ll have all of your fall essentials!

Popular Substitutions & Additions

Want some extra chocolate in your pumpkin chocolate chip bread? Add a few more chocolate chips! You could also use chocolate chunks instead. It would also be delicious with white chocolate chips. 

If you want more of a warm flavor in your bread, add in a little bit of cinnamon. The pumpkin pie spice already has some cinnamon in it, but you can always add in a pinch or two more.

Storage & Leftovers

Leftover pumpkin bread can be stored at room temperature. Make sure that it is in a tightly sealed container. This bread will last for up to 3 days. You can also freeze this pumpkin bread! Make sure that it is completely cooled, then wrap it in saran wrap and put it into a sealed freezer bag. Thaw it completely in the fridge when you are ready to eat it. It will last in the freezer for up to 6 weeks.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe FAQs

How will I know that my pumpkin chocolate chip bread is completely baked?

When your pumpkin chocolate chip bread is completely baked, a toothpick will come out clean.

Does it matter if I use a glass loaf pan or a metal loaf pan for this pumpkin chocolate chip bread?

Nope, for this pumpkin bread you can use either a glass or a metal loaf pan, just make sure that you line it with parchment paper.

Why do I have to coat the chocolate chips with flour?

Coating the chocolate chips with flour will help keep them in place and will prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf. 

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