Decadent Vegan Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Loaves
Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with our Decadent Vegan Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Loaves. This moist, richly spiced bread combines the sweetness of coconut sugar and the warm essence of cinnamon and nutmeg with creamy pumpkin puree. Topped with melty vegan chocolate chips and optional crunchy pecans, this recipe makes two generous loaves perfect for sharing or enjoying over several days. It's ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon snack, and best of all, it's completely vegan!
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
4 cups (Sifted)
Baking Soda
2 teaspoons
Pink Himalayan Sea Salt
1 teaspoon
Ground Cinnamon
1 teaspoon
Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon
Coconut Sugar Crystals
2 cups (Divided)
Vegan Butter
3/4 cup (Softened)
Water
12 1/2 tablespoons
Ground Flax Seeds
5 tablespoons
Water
1/2 cup
Pumpkin Puree
1 (15 ounce) can
Vegan Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 cup (Divided)
Chopped Pecans
2 tablespoons (optional) (For topping)
Coconut Sugar Crystals
2 tablespoons (optional) (For topping)
Vegan Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
2 tablespoons (For topping)
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, mix 12 1/2 tablespoons of water with 5 tablespoons of ground flax seeds. Stir well, then let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to thicken into a flax egg.
2
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3
Prepare two 9x5 inch loaf pans by greasing them with vegan shortening and dusting with flour to prevent sticking. Tap out any excess flour.
4
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the unbleached all-purpose flour, baking soda, pink Himalayan sea salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined. Set aside.
5
In a stand mixer, cream together the coconut sugar crystals and vegan butter on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the mixture is light and fluffy.
6
Gradually add the thickened flax egg to the mixer, mixing well after each addition. Then, incorporate the 1/2 cup of water and the pumpkin puree on low speed until just combined. The mixture will appear liquid, which is normal.
7
Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, one cup at a time. Once all the flour is combined, mix on low speed for 1 minute until the batter is smooth and moistened.
8
Gently fold in 1 cup of vegan semi-sweet chocolate chips. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
9
If desired, sprinkle the tops with additional vegan chocolate chips, coconut sugar crystals, and chopped pecans for added texture and sweetness.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 5 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11
Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely for at least 1 1/2 hours.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is called Decadent Vegan Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Loaves.
How many loaves does this recipe make?
This recipe makes two generous 9x5 inch loaves.
Is this recipe entirely vegan?
Yes, this recipe is completely vegan, utilizing flax seeds and vegan butter.
How do you make the flax egg for this recipe?
Mix 12 1/2 tablespoons of water with 5 tablespoons of ground flax seeds and let it sit for 15 minutes to thicken.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
What size loaf pans are required?
You will need two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
How should the loaf pans be prepared?
Grease them with vegan shortening and dust them with flour, tapping out any excess.
What kind of flour is used in these pumpkin loaves?
The recipe calls for 4 cups of sifted unbleached all-purpose flour.
What spices provide the autumn flavor in this bread?
The warmth comes from ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
What type of salt is recommended?
Pink Himalayan sea salt is used in this recipe.
What kind of sweetener is used for the loaves?
The recipe uses coconut sugar crystals.
How long should I cream the vegan butter and sugar?
Cream them on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
Should the vegan butter be softened?
Yes, the 3/4 cup of vegan butter should be softened before creaming.
Is it normal for the wet mixture to appear liquid after adding the pumpkin?
Yes, the mixture will appear liquid after incorporating the water and pumpkin, which is normal.
How much pumpkin puree is needed?
You will need one 15-ounce can of pumpkin puree.
How many chocolate chips are folded into the batter?
1 cup of vegan semi-sweet chocolate chips is folded into the batter.
What can be used as optional toppings?
You can top the loaves with additional vegan chocolate chips, coconut sugar, and chopped pecans.
How long do the pumpkin loaves bake?
Bake for 1 hour and 5 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How do I test if the bread is done?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the loaves are done.
How long should the loaves cool in the pan?
Allow them to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes.
What is the total recommended cooling time on a wire rack?
The loaves should cool completely on a wire rack for at least 1 1/2 hours.
Are the pecans required for this recipe?
No, the pecans are optional and used mainly for topping texture.
What is the purpose of the ground flax seeds?
They are used to create a flax egg, which acts as a vegan binding agent in place of traditional eggs.
Can these loaves be served for breakfast?
Yes, they are ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon snack.
How much baking soda is in the recipe?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of baking soda.
Is the flour added all at once to the wet ingredients?
No, the flour mixture should be added slowly, one cup at a time.
How much extra water is added to the batter besides the flax egg water?
An additional 1/2 cup of water is incorporated with the pumpkin puree.
What tags define this recipe?
Tags include vegan, pumpkin bread, plant-based, fall recipes, and healthy desserts.
What is the description of the flavor profile?
It is a moist, richly spiced bread with sweet coconut sugar and melty vegan chocolate chips.
How many ingredients are listed in this recipe?
There are 15 ingredients listed, including optional toppings.