Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. This is crucial for an even bake. While the oven heats, prepare your loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper and lightly spraying it with nonstick cooking spray. This helps the bread come out easily once baked.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined. You should see a smooth and creamy consistency, indicating that the flavors are blending nicely.
Add in the almond flour, oat flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients. Stir using a wooden spoon or spatula until no lumps remain. You want a thick batter that holds its shape.
Fold in ½ cup of chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter. This step adds delightful sweetness to each slice of bread.
Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even bake. Make sure it’s spread evenly to avoid uneven rising during baking.
Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips on top for an extra touch of decadence. It will melt slightly during baking, creating a beautiful topping.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center. The top should be golden brown, and your kitchen will smell heavenly!
Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. This helps it firm up a bit for easier handling.
After cooling, carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely. This step is important to avoid sogginess.
Once cool, cut the bread into 12 slices. The taste improves the next day, so try to resist the urge to devour it all at once!
To serve, top with your favorite nut butter or a drizzle of maple syrup for an extra special treat. Enjoy the delightful flavors and textures of your homemade pumpkin bread!
