Pumpkin Bliss: Irresistible Chocolate Chip Loaf 🎃🍫
The Most Amazing Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Loaf Bread 🎃🍫
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Description:
If you’re a pumpkin enthusiast like myself, prepare to be dazzled by this all-time favorite! Over the years, I’ve amassed a vast collection of pumpkin recipes, but this one, straight from my coveted 10-star cake compilation, truly stands out. As the title suggests, it’s nothing short of spectacularly delicious. For a delightful twist, consider baking these loaves in mini pans; just remember to adjust the baking time accordingly. Additionally, if chocolate chips aren’t your thing, feel free to swap them out for chopped walnuts for an equally delightful treat.
Recipe Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Thanksgiving, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1/2 tsp | Clove |
| 1/2 tsp | Ginger |
| 1/2 cup | Butter, softened |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 cup | Pumpkin puree |
| 1 tsp | Lemon peel, grated |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1/2 cup | Sour cream |
| 1/2 cup | Half-and-half cream |
| 1/2 cup | Evaporated milk |
| 1-2 cups | Chocolate chips (or chopped walnuts) |
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare a 9″ x 5″ metal loaf pan by greasing it with butter.
- Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, clove, and ginger in a bowl.
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the pumpkin puree, grated lemon peel, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sour cream and half-and-half cream.
- Alternately, beat in the sour cream mixture and the flour mixture into the batter in two additions, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips (or chopped walnuts) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the top of the batter with 1-2 tablespoons of sugar for a delightful crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow the loaf cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Note: This delicious loaf cake can be made up to two days ahead of time. Simply wrap it in foil and store it at room temperature until ready to enjoy.
Indulge in the irresistible combination of pumpkin and chocolate with this mouthwatering recipe. Perfect for autumn gatherings, holiday feasts, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth cravings. Enjoy every moist and flavorful bite of this delightful pumpkin-chocolate chip loaf bread! 🍂🍞
