Description
Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Loaf is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and warm pumpkin spices, perfect for cozy autumn days. This easy-to-make loaf features a soft texture and a heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen, making it an ideal treat for brunch or dessert. Whether enjoyed with coffee or shared among friends, each slice offers a comforting experience that warms the heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp cloves
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and oil until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients; avoid overmixing.
- Add chocolate chips and fold gently until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg