Pumpkin Bread
The perfect sweet treat to bring to your Thanksgiving!! This bread is absolutely perfect!
Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour - divided
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4-1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup milk
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips - plus more for sprinkling on top of the loaf!
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place oven rack to the middle/lower third of the oven. Spray a 9×5 bread pan with nonstick spray.* Set aside.
2. In a large bowl whisk 1 ½ cups flour, baking soda, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and salt together. Set aside.
3. In medium bowl whisk the eggs, sugar, and brown sugar until combined. Add the pumpkin, oil, vanilla, and milk. Whisk until all ingredients are combined.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir using a rubber spatula.
5. In small bowl add the remaining ¼ cup flour. Toss in the chocolate chips so that they are covered in the flour.
6. Add the chocolate chips to the bread batter and stir to combine. Don’t overmix.
7. Place the batter in the loaf pan. I like to sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top of the batter once in the pan. Bake for 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. (Mine took about 68 minutes).** Also, if you feel like the top is browning excessively, you can cover the loaf with tin foil to prevent more browning from occurring.
8. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan on a wire rack.
Note* This bread can be frozen! Just wrap it in tin foil, place in a zip top bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to thaw, remove from the freezer and place in refrigerator overnight, then bring it to room temperature.
Pumpkin bread is a beloved fall treat, offering a perfect blend of flavors that captures the essence of the season. This recipe combines the rich taste of pumpkin puree with aromatic spices like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice, bringing warmth and sweetness to each bite. Chocolate chips add a delightful twist, enhancing the traditional pumpkin flavor with their creamy texture and sweetness. Beyond its delicious taste, pumpkin bread is quite versatile. Not only can it be served as a dessert, but it also works beautifully as a breakfast option or a snack. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or toasted with a touch of butter, this bread provides a comforting experience. For those looking to take this recipe further, consider experimenting with add-ins like nuts or dried fruits for added texture. Additionally, this bread is freezer-friendly, providing an easy way to prepare ahead of time for busy months. With Thanksgiving and the holiday season around the corner, having homemade pumpkin bread ready to go is a perfect way to impress guests or have a simple, yet delightful treat available at a moment's notice. Try this recipe and enjoy a slice of fall-inspired goodness that your family and friends will love!
