Easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pumpkin puree: 2 cups (approx. 320 grams)
2. All-purpose flour: 3 cups (approx. 390 grams)
3. Brown sugar: 1 cup (approx. 200 grams)
4. Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (approx. 110 grams, melted)
5. Eggs: 3
6. Vanilla extract: 1 tablespoon
7. Pumpkin pie spice: 2 teaspoons
8. Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
9. Chocolate chips: 1 cup (approx. 150 grams)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 45-55 minutes
• Total Time: Approx. 1 hour 15 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and melted butter.
3. Add the eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
4. Add the vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice and mix.
5. Add the flour, baking powder, and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips.
7. Pour the mixture into a greased loaf pan or baking dish.
8. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow to cool before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the bread is cut into 8 pieces)

• Calories: Approx. 400-450 per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
• Fat: Approx. 20-25 grams
• Carbohydrates: Approx. 60-70 grams
• Protein: Approx. 6-8 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and moist bread with a sweet and spicy pumpkin flavor.
• The addition of chocolate chips provides a delicious contrast to the savory pumpkin flavor.
• Perfect for breakfast, snack, or even as a dessert.

User Comments:

1. "This bread was amazing! The combination of pumpkin and chocolate was unexpected but really delicious." - John Doe
2. "I made this for my family on Thanksgiving and they loved it! It was a hit!" - Jane Smith
3. "The texture was perfect, not too dense and not too light. I will make this again." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for the best results.
• For best results, use room temperature eggs when baking. This helps with the overall texture of the bread.
• Do not overmix the dough, as this can lead to a dense bread texture. Mix until just combined and stop immediately.