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Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread

Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread: Your New Fall Obsession

Indulge in the rich flavors of Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread, a perfect fall treat combining chocolate and pumpkin.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Canned or fresh, strain excess liquids.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with self-rising or cake flour if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 cups Melted Unsalted Butter Let it cool before adding.
  • 0.5 cups Greek Yogurt Room temperature is best.
  • 0.5 cups Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Natural cocoa can work in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute with caster sugar for finer texture.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Adds richness and moisture.
  • 1 large Egg Aim for room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Dark, milk, or semisweet options.
Optional Toppings
  • 0.5 cups Extra Chocolate Chips For sprinkling on top.
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Nuts Such as walnuts or pecans, optional.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, melted butter, and vanilla extract with sugars and salt.
  3. Add the egg and whisk until fully incorporated, then sift in cocoa powder while stirring gently.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda, then fold into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top and adding extra chocolate chips if desired.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Adjust flour measurement to avoid density in the loaf.

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