Chocolate Pumpkin Swirl Bread Recipe
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Chocolate Pumpkin Swirl Bread Recipe
Description
The Chocolate Pumpkin Swirl Bread blends pumpkin puree and warm spices such as cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and a hint of baking soda and powder for leavening. The batter is divided and partially combined with melted chocolate and cream, then swirled in layers within a loaf pan to create its signature marbling. This method keeps distinct pumpkin and chocolate sections, offering a pleasing visual and taste contrast.
Baking at a moderate temperature ensures the bread cooks evenly, maintaining moistness from the pumpkin and buttermilk while producing a tender crumb. The cinnamon and warm spices complement the chocolate's richness without overpowering it, making the bread balanced and comforting.
Serve slices toasted or plain as a satisfying breakfast or sweet snack. The loaf's dense, moist nature keeps well for a few days wrapped. For an optional finish, a sprinkle of granulated sugar adds a subtle crunch on top before baking.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 10oz/284g
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- 1 cup pumpkin puree 8oz\/225g
- 1 cup brown sugar 6oz\/170g plus ¼ cup (1 1\/2oz\/43g) divided
- ½ cup buttermilk 4oz\/115ml
- 3 egg large
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil neutral-flavored
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate 3oz\/85g; chopped
- 1 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for sprinkling (optional)