Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

When fall rolls in, there’s nothing better than a cozy loaf of pumpkin bread fresh from the oven. This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread is moist, tender, and packed with warming spices, with just the right amount of chocolate in every bite. It’s quick to make, bakes beautifully in a loaf pan or muffin tin, and is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert.

The best part? This recipe comes together in one bowl — no fancy equipment required. A little whisking, a quick stir, and you’re ready to bake.

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line your baking pan(s).
   
• For one standard 9x5 loaf pan
• Or use a mini loaf pan, muffin tray, or mini muffin tray for smaller portions
  
2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, vanilla, eggs, and pumpkin purée until smooth.
3. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, salt, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice.
4. Combine: Slowly add dry mixture into wet mixture until just combined (do not overmix). Stir in chocolate chips.
5. Bake: Pour into prepared pan, sprinkle with a few extra chocolate chips on top, and bake:
   
• Loaf pan: 50–60 minutes
• Mini loaves: 25–30 minutes
• Muffins: 20–25 minutes
• Mini muffins: 15–18 minutes
6. Check with a toothpick—if it comes out mostly clean (a little chocolate is okay), it’s ready.
7. Cool & serve: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Storage & Freezing

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 1 week.
• Freezer: Wrap slices individually in plastic wrap and freeze in a bag up to 3 months. Reheat in microwave or toaster oven.

Ingredient Swaps & Variations

• Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice (2 tsp)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
• Oil Instead of Butter: Sub in ½ cup neutral oil (like canola) for dairy-free.
• Sweetener: Swap maple syrup for honey, or add 2–3 tbsp brown sugar if you prefer sweeter bread.
• Chocolate Chips: Use dark chocolate, white chocolate, or cinnamon chips.
• Mix-ins: Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.