The Ultimate Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread with Dark Chocolate
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1 can (340g/12oz) pumpkin puree (Libby’s recommended)
- 200g (1 cup) white sugar
- 200g (1 cup) brown sugar
- 120ml (½ cup) avocado oil
Dry Ingredients
- 240g (2 cups) gluten-free flour blend (Cup4Cup recommended)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
Mix-ins and Toppings
- 85g (½ cup) chopped dark chocolate
- 30g (¼ cup) chopped pecans (optional)
- 2 tablespoons (20g) whole rolled oats
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Prepare a 9×5 inch (23×13 cm) loaf pan by greasing or lining with parchment paper
Mixing the Batter
- Combine wet ingredients in a large bowl: eggs, vanilla, pumpkin puree, sugars, and avocado oil until smooth
- Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl: gluten-free flour, baking soda, spices, and salt
- Gradually incorporate dry mixture into wet ingredients
- Fold in dark chocolate and pecans (if using)
- Transfer batter to prepared pan and top with rolled oats
Baking and Cooling
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean
- Allow to cool completely before slicing
Timing
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Baking: 60-70 minutes
- Cooling: 2 hours
- Total Time: 3-4 hours
Nutritional Information
Per slice (based on 12 servings):
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fat: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 28g
Expert Baking Tips
- Allow ingredients to reach room temperature before mixing
- Measure gluten-free flour by weight for optimal results
- Avoid overmixing to prevent dense texture
- Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in multiple spots
- Cool completely before slicing to maintain structural integrity
Variations and Substitutions
- Replace avocado oil with melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- Substitute dark chocolate with dairy-free chocolate chips
- Exchange pecans for walnuts or pumpkin seeds
- Add dried cranberries for extra autumn flavor
- Use maple syrup in place of ¼ cup of brown sugar for added depth