This Pumpkin Bread with chocolate chips is fluffy and delicious, with a perfect balance of spices and chocolate chips throughout. Made with Greek yogurt, this bread bakes up perfectly moist every time!
I use my Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice in this recipe and serve it with Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Simple pumpkin bread recipe
Even though the temperatures outside still feel like summer, the fall is here and I am baking all things pumpkin. As soon as you feel like you need to break out your loaf pan and a can of pumpkin puree (don't forget my Homemade Pumpkin Spice mix! It's the best! ) and bake this bread. It's so good and it will definitely put you in a fall baking mood. I made a few loaves and muffins all in one day! I was on a roll!
This recipe is my go-to for pumpkin bread and it always bakes up beautifully! We are talking domed top with a slight crack, moist with a nice crumb that lets you cut nice slices without the whole loaf falling apart. It's perfect! The chocolate chips fill each slice without any of them sinking to the bottom. There is a very simple trick for that!
Ingredients:
- 100% pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- chocolate chips
- all-purpose flour
- baking soda and baking powder
- salt
- vegetable oil
- Greek yogurt or sour cream
- vanilla extract
- eggs
- brown sugar
- pumpkin pie spice (I recommend my homemade version)
How to make pumpkin bread?
- Whisk together the dry ingredients. Add chocolate chips and stir.
- In another mixing bowl, mix together the wet ingredients and sugar. Mix well.
- Stir in the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake until the top is golden brown.
Expert tips for the best pumpkin bread:
- chocolate chips: The trick is to add the chocolate chips to the dry ingredients just before mixing in the wet ingredients. Stir in the chips with flour mixture and make sure to coat them well. That prevents the chips from sinking to the bottom. Bam! Each slice is filled with chocolate from top to bottom! I also like to reserve a few chips to sprinkle on top of the batter, just before placing the loaf pan in the oven.
- pumpkin puree: make sure you are using 100% pumpkin puree and not the pie filling that comes in a large can. There is a difference! Pumpkin pie filling contains spices and other ingredients.
- do not overmix: overmixing a sweet bread batter can cause dense and sunken top bread. Stir just enough to make sure all flour mixture is incorporated. Do not use a hand mixer for that.
Why is my pumpkin bread gummy?
If your loaf has a dense gummy layer (usually towards the bottom), you used too much pumpkin puree and not enough dry ingredients. It is important to use proper measuring cups. Remember: the ones with spouts are for wet ingredients, the ones with flat rims, for dry ingredients. Always fluff the flour, then scoop with a spoon into a measuring cup. This will ensure the bread is fluffy and moist but not gummy and dense.
Variations:
- gluten-free: use GF flour that can be used in 1:1 ratio
- vegan: use egg substitute (like flax egg) and almond milk or vegan sour cream
- healthier: use whole wheat flour and coconut sugar to make this bread. Applesauce can be used in place of oil.
More pumpkin recipes:
If you like this recipe and make it, let me know in the comments below! Don't forget to rate it if you enjoyed it!
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup 100% pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling!
- ¼ cup oil (canola vegetable or coconut)
- ¼ cup plain or Greek yogurt you can also use sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F.
- Lightly grease and flour a 9" by 5" loaf pan. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and pumpkin spice).
- Add chocolate chips and stir in until coated.
- In another mixing bowl, mix together the wet ingredients (pumpkin puree, oil, yogurt, vanilla and eggs). Add sugar and mix well.
- Stir in the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix only until combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake the bread for 45 to 50 minutes or until the toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Cool the bread in the pan to room temperature. Place on a cutting board, slice and serve.
Notes
- To freeze: wrap tightly in plastic wrap, place in a Ziploc bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Make sure you are using 100% pumpkin puree and not the pie filling that comes in a large can. There is a difference!
- Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use a calorie counter you are familiar with.
Nutrition
This post was originally published on September 27th, 2015 and updated on September 17th, 2021.
Samantha says
Just made this pumpkin bread for my weekly Saturday morning baking project with the kids. We couldn't even wait for it to cool down to slice into it. It tastes absolutely amazing! They've already asked if we can make it several more times this fall. 🙂
Matt Taylor says
This pumpkin chocolate chip bread is so awesome! It is flavorful and moist, love the added sour cream. The perfect bread for fall!
LAUREN KELLY says
Just took this out of the oven and couldn't resist cutting a slice! It is amazing!
Delia Baltazar says
Am baking this right now !!! Looks YUMMY and I LOVE all things pumpkin !
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Yay! That's awesome! Let me know how you like it, Delia. 😀 Thank you so much! -Anna
Cookin Canuck says
Our fall weather is due to arrive this weekend and I'm finally in the mood for "all things pumpkin". This bread looks fabulous!
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Thank you, Dara!
cathy says
Why is pumpkin chocolate chip bread SO delicious!? I want to try ALL the different versions!
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Right? Me too! 😀 Thanks, Cathy!
Jessica says
It's the perfect balance of flavors! Although, I might be slightly biased as I have a tiny obsession with pumpkin! 😉
Maryanne says
Love how this bread is studded with chocolate chips! I'm definitely ready for autumn flavors even though it's still super hot outside! 🙂
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
It's back to heat for us too. I still want a pumpkin bread though! 😀
Michelle De La Cerda says
PUMPKIN!! Yay it is the best time of the year! Consider this recipe pinned!
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Thank you so much, Michelle!
Kimberly says
Pumpkin and chocolate are a match made in heaven - this looks delish!
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Agreed! Thanks!
carrie says
I just love the chocolate & pumpkin combo! 🙂 And it doesn't feel like fall here yet either. But I am willing the fall weather to get here already by baking up all the fall things, lol.
Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says
Yep, same here. 😀 Thanks, Carrie!
Senika says
I just can't bring myself to crack open the pumpkin & crank up the oven yet 🙁 It's 100+ degrees still in So Cal and I'm hoping it'll decrease soon so I can enjoy this bread! Also, I LOVE using the flour trick for chocolate chips, works like a charm every time!