Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Bread, a delightful blend of chocolate and pumpkin that makes for a perfect treat any time of day. This easy-to-make bread is moist and tender, thanks to the pumpkin puree and Greek yogurt. Whether you enjoy it warm for breakfast, as a sweet snack, or as a dessert topped with whipped coconut cream, this chocolatey loaf is sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, it’s versatile enough to be served alongside fresh fruit or paired with hot coffee or tea. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this delicious recipe for cozy gatherings or festive occasions.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, melted butter, vanilla extract, egg, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and kosher salt. Sift in cocoa powder and whisk until smooth.
- Gently fold in flour and baking soda until just combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 116mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 26mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider using dark cocoa powder or extra chocolate chips. Feel free to incorporate nuts or other mix-ins for added texture. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to maintain its moisture.