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Simple and delicious chocolate chip pumpkin bread for fall!

There is just something magical about fall baking, and pumpkin bread is one of those recipes that instantly brings warmth, comfort, and pure seasonal joy into your kitchen. Add chocolate chips to the mix, and you have a treat that is not only cozy and nostalgic, but also indulgent enough to feel like a special dessert. Chocolate chip pumpkin bread is one of my all time favorite fall recipes because it checks every box. It is soft, moist, flavorful, sweet without being overwhelming, and so easy to make that you can whip up a loaf any day of the week.

As soon as the weather turns crisp and the pumpkin spice cravings start rolling in, this is the first recipe I pull out. It makes your home smell heavenly — like a mix of fresh baked pumpkin, warm cinnamon, and melty chocolate — and it always disappears faster than I expect. It is the perfect treat for breakfast with a warm cup of coffee, for after school snacks, or as a dessert to serve during fall gatherings, pumpkin parties, or cozy family dinners.

What I love most about chocolate chip pumpkin bread is how versatile it is. You can bake it into full loaves, mini loaves for gifting, muffins for lunchboxes, or even turn it into a dessert board centerpiece. It is simple, budget friendly, and incredibly forgiving. Even new bakers can achieve beautiful, delicious results every single time. And because pumpkin keeps the bread naturally moist, this recipe stays fresh for days without drying out, making it an ideal make ahead option for busy fall schedules and holiday hosting.

If you are already planning your Thanksgiving menu or mapping out your fall dessert list, this chocolate chip pumpkin bread absolutely needs a spot. It is the kind of recipe that becomes a tradition. Your family will ask for it year after year, and it is almost guaranteed to become one of your signature fall treats. Cozy, delicious, and full of pumpkin spice goodness, this bread is everything we love about autumn baking wrapped into one perfect loaf.

So Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread might be my favorite thing ever.  It’s like having a pumpkin spice latte and a brownie…together.  It’s deliciously yummy. 

I literally wait all year for the time when it is socially acceptable to eat pumpkin everyday.  I guess you could say I may have a problem!!  I’m sharing this super easy recipe with you all today. 

Last week, my 9 year old whipped up a batch all by herself….seriously…it’s that easy!! Check it out!

Step by Step: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 baking powder
  • 1 tsp cloves
  • 1 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 15oz can pumpkin
  • 1/2 bag milk chocolate chips

Preheat the oven to 325.

Grease two loaf tins with butter or cooking spray.

Mis together the dry ingredients (flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar)  

In a stand mixer, mix butter, eggs, and pumpkin.  Add dry ingredients a little at a time until all is well mixed.  (Here is a great stand mixer option!)

Remove from mixer and spoon in chocolate chips.

Spread evenly into two loaf tins.

Bake for 65 minutes.  Bread is done when poke in center comes out clean.

Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread Recipe
Simple and delicious chocolate chip pumpkin bread for fall!

Recipe: Easy Fall Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Recipe.  Looking for an easy fall dessert recipe or breakfast option that is sure to be a winner and delight your guests?  This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe is super yummy and super easy to make.  You will love it!! 

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours

Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 baking powder
  • 1 tsp cloves
  • 1 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 15oz can pumpkin
  • 1/2 bag milk chocolate chips

Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 325.
    2. Grease two loaf tins with butter or cooking spray.
    3. Mix together the dry ingredients (flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar)
    4. In a stand mixer, mix butter, eggs, and pumpkin.
    5. Add dry ingredients a little at a time until all is well mixed.
    6. Remove from mixer and spoon in chocolate chips.
    7. Spread evenly into two loaf tins.
    8. Bake for 65 minutes.  Bread is done when poke in center comes out clean.
    9. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
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Category: desserts

Conclusion for Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Chocolate chip pumpkin bread is one of those timeless fall recipes that brings everyone together. It is simple, delicious, and always puts people in a good mood. Whether you are baking it for a family breakfast, sending a loaf to a neighbor, or adding it to your Thanksgiving dessert table, this recipe delivers the perfect blend of comfort and flavor. Every bite offers a soft, moist crumb filled with warm spices and pockets of melty chocolate — the exact kind of cozy sweetness that makes fall feel so special.

One of the reasons this pumpkin bread is such a star is because it fits into nearly every fall occasion. Hosting a pumpkin themed party? Slice it up and serve it warm with butter. Planning a Halloween movie night? Pair each slice with hot cocoa or caramel apple cider. Need an easy Thanksgiving side or dessert? This pumpkin bread transitions seamlessly from breakfast to brunch to dessert. It is as versatile as it is delicious.

It is also a fantastic recipe for gifting. Mini loaves wrapped in parchment and twine make a thoughtful, homemade treat for teachers, neighbors, coworkers, or hosts. Because it stays moist for days and freezes beautifully, you can bake ahead and have pumpkin bread ready whenever you need it. It is one of the easiest ways to spread a little fall cheer without spending a ton of time or money.

Another thing to love is how customizable this recipe is. Prefer nuts? Add chopped pecans or walnuts. Want a richer dessert? Drizzle the top with melted chocolate or a cinnamon glaze. Trying to cut sugar for the kids? Swap half the chocolate chips for raisins or dried cranberries. Once you master the base recipe, it becomes a canvas for endless flavor combinations.

And let’s not forget the pure joy of baking this bread. Mixing pumpkin puree with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and chocolate chips is like stirring up fall in a bowl. The aroma that fills your home while it bakes is reason enough to make this recipe. It is warm, comforting, and instantly transforms an ordinary day into something cozy and memorable.

If you are building out your fall recipe collection or looking for a signature pumpkin treat your family will adore, this chocolate chip pumpkin bread is a must bake. It is quick, easy, and absolutely delicious. And just like any great seasonal recipe, it has the power to become part of your yearly traditions.

So preheat your oven, grab your canned pumpkin, and get ready to bake something wonderful. This pumpkin bread is guaranteed to become a fall favorite you will return to again and again.

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