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Chocolate Pumpkin Bread

Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread for a Cozy Fall Treat

Indulge guilt-free with this Chocolate Pumpkin Bread, combining rich chocolate and pumpkin flavors in a healthy treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder use unsweetened for the best taste
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure freshness for optimal results
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda works with pumpkin puree to create lift
  • 1/2 tsp Salt balances sweetness
  • 1 cup Sugar replace with coconut sugar for sugar-free option
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree can substitute half with mashed banana
  • 1/4 cup Water adjust amount if necessary
  • 1/4 cup Oil or Almond Butter almond butter adds richness
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips optional for added decadence
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract opt for pure extract for best results
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon optional for warming flavor

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix all dry ingredients until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, combine wet ingredients and blend until smooth.
  4. Gently mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in mini chocolate chips if desired.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
  8. Cool for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and check the freshness of baking powder and soda.

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