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Sep 24, 2019(last updated October 31, 2021)

Moist Pumpkin Bread- With Chocolate!

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BySam Adler
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We all hate the word, but here it is: moist pumpkin bread! (sorry)

Chocolate swirled pumpkin bread on a white surface.

This moist pumpkin bread with chocolate swirl is for you if you can’t have Nutella- I hear you, I see you, I am you.

If you ever see those nutella swirled recipes and feel like you are missing out because you have a nut allergy- let me tell you- I GET YOU.

It’s so frustrating because it looks so damn good but if you have a nut allergy, well then it’s really really bad.

But there is a light friends! I found this nut free chocolate spread at my local kosher grocery store (it was not $28 but just wanted to show you which one) , you can use something like this if you don’t need it to be kosher- to make this super moist (sorry) pumpkin chocolate bread.

The inside of a moist pumpkin bread with chocolate.

YESSSS now we can be a part of the chocolate swirl everything club!

How to make this moist pumpkin chocolate bread:

First let me say that when making this recipe I use canned pureed pumpkin- not pumpkin pie filling. Pumpkin pie filling has all the pumpkin pie spices added to it, and we all know how I feel about that.

Secondly when you are baking with pumpkin puree, it can get a little tricky because it can alter the texture, moisture levels, and fluffy-ness of your baked goods.

Slices of pumpkin bread with chocolate lined up on a white surface.

The first time I made this, it came out wayyy too moist, too dense, and had no fluffy bread like texture to it. I took away one egg, changed the baking powder to baking soda, added some oil, and- voila! Super moist but still fluffy pumpkin bread!

It’s a simple recipe really- measure out the wet ingredients in one bowl, the dry ingredients in another. Then pour the wet into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.

To make the (optional) chocolate swirl:

I say the chocolate step is optional because the cake will be delicious without it, but chocolate makes everything better, #amiright?

A slice of pumpkin bread with chocolate on a white surface.

Fill the batter half way up the pan, then drop little teaspoon-fulls of the chocolate spread on top. Take a skewer and just connect the dots, swirling around. There is no method to this- usually I’ll go the long way, then go side to side. Then just fill the rest of the batter on top and repeat the chocolate step!

Tips for keeping the bread moist and fresh:

  • Make sure to keep the bread wrapped really well in plastic or store it in an airtight container.
  • You can make the bread in advance and freeze until needed.

For more pumpkin recipes check these out:

  • Pumpkin Bars with Chocolate Chips
  • Chewy Maple Pumpkin Cookies
  • Big Batch of Pumpkin Pie

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A chocolate pumpkin loaf sliced and put back together on a white surface.
Slices of pumpkin bread with chocolate lined up on a white surface.

Moist Pumpkin Bread- With Chocolate!

This moist pumpkin bread can be made with or without the chocolate spread, it will be delicious either way! I just think chocolate makes everything better!
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Course: desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: how to make moist pumpkin bread, pumpkin chocolate bread
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 10 -12 slices
Calories: 273kcal
Author: Sam Adler

Ingredients

  • Baking spray1+1/4 cup pumpkin not pumpkin pie filling 2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla1/2 cup oil 1 cup brown sugar1 1/2 cups flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cinnamon18 teaspoons chocolate spread separated (optional) 

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F.Spray a loaf pan with baking spray or line with parchment paper. In a medium size bowl combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, and oil. Whisk to combine well. In a large bowl combine the brown sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk lightly to combine. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Overmixing will create a tough dense bread! Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan and dot with 9 teaspoons of the chocolate spread. Use a skewer to connect the dots dragging it through. Top with the other half of the batter and repeat the chocolate dollops on top. Bake for 30-40 minutes until the edges start to pull away from the pan and the top of the loaf is firm not jiggly. 

Notes

You can leave out the chocolate and just make pumpkin bread! 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Moist Pumpkin Bread- With Chocolate!
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 273 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 32mg11%
Sodium 180mg8%
Carbohydrates 37g12%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 23g26%
Protein 4g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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About Sam Adler

Sam Adler is a Le Cordon Bleu professionally trained pastry chef, Saveur Blog Award winner, food photographer, and food blogger over on FrostingandFettuccine.com. She has been featured in numerous online and in-print publications including Taste of Home Magazine, Saveur Magazine, The Feed Feed, and Food Blogger Pro. Sam lives in Hollywood florida with her husband, two young kids, and french bulldog. When she’s not baking and dancing in her kitchen you can find her at her favorite yoga spot.

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  1. Molly Pisula says

    October 03, 2019 at 5:12 am

    I’m not normally a pumpkin bread person, but you had me at chocolate.

    Reply
    • Sam says

      October 05, 2019 at 11:32 pm

      I totally agree with you on the pumpkin, thats why I had to add the chocolate haha!

      Reply

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