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Chocolate Pumpkin Bread

Irresistibly Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread for Guilt-Free Indulgence

This Chocolate Pumpkin Bread combines cocoa and pumpkin puree for a deliciously moist and guilt-free treat, perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with whole grain spelt or gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder regular unsweetened or Dutch cocoa
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup sugar granulated, coconut sugar, or sugar alternatives
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or homemade; can substitute with half mashed banana
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/3 cup oil or almond butter can substitute with pumpkin to reduce fat
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips optional
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chocolate Pumpkin Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, water, oil or almond butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. If desired, fold in mini chocolate chips.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and optionally sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake for about 40 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the bread to rest overnight before slicing. Experiment with add-ins like nuts for a personal touch.

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