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Chocolate Pumpkin Bread

Irresistible Chocolate Pumpkin Bread – Guilt-Free Indulgence

A delightful Chocolate Pumpkin Bread recipe that's low in calories and high in flavor, perfect for a guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole grain spelt or gluten-free flour
  • 1/3 cup Cocoa Powder Ensure it’s unsweetened
  • 2 tbsp Dutch Cocoa Powder Optional but beneficial for richness
  • 1.5 tsp Baking Powder Crucial for rising
  • 3/4 tsp Baking Soda
  • 3/4 tsp Salt
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can be swapped with coconut sugar or alternatives
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Canned or homemade
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1/4 cup Oil or Almond Butter Using extra pumpkin keeps it low-fat
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Optional
  • 2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon Optional

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, Dutch cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Whisk until blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree, water, oil or almond butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together. Mix in mini chocolate chips if desired.
  5. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle additional mini chocolate chips on top.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the best flavors, let the bread rest overnight before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure to grease the loaf pan sufficiently. Use unsweetened cocoa powder for the best results. Allow the bread to rest overnight for optimal flavor.

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