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Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread

Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread That Will Warm Your Heart

Enjoy this Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread that combines rich chocolate flavors with pumpkin for a cozy treat perfect for any time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Can substitute with canned or homemade pumpkin puree.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Self-rising flour and cake flour are acceptable alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the bread rise.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter (melted) Adds richness and moisture to the bread.
  • 0.75 cups Greek Yogurt Can be replaced with room temperature cream cheese.
  • 0.5 cups Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Natural cocoa powder can be used instead.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Caster sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Adds moisture and a hint of caramel flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Ensure it is at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the overall flavor profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances the sweet flavors.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Dark, milk, or semisweet chips work perfectly.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Add salt and egg, mixing until fully combined.
  3. Stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar, then sift in cocoa powder and blend well.
  4. Gently fold in all-purpose flour and baking soda until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips evenly into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 20 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. Customize with nuts or dried fruits as desired.

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