Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Fudge Bread

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Published Oct 2, 2021 ∙ Kristina Stosek

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Enjoy the cooler weather with our Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Fudge Bread—better than anything from the bakery! This moist dairy-free pumpkin bread is packed with chocolate, sweetened with maple syrup, spiced with pumpkin pie flavors, and topped with a rich chocolate sauce. It’s the perfect treat for autumn weekends!

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Pumpkin Chocolate Fudge Bread: The Ultimate Autumn Treat

This Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Fudge Bread is truly a standout, surpassing any pumpkin bread. It’s irresistibly moist, packed with rich chocolate, and incredibly delicious—a must-have for the fall season.

Last month, we featured apple and zucchini recipes, with the Gluten-Free Apple Pie Bars,  Gluten-Free Apple Fritter Bread and Gluten-Free, Gluten-Free Chai-Spiced Cranberry Zucchini Muffins being the top picks.

But right now, it’s all about pumpkin. If you haven’t tried our Pumpkin Chocolate Fudge Bread yet, you’re missing out. It’s the perfect gluten-free autumn loaf, and you won’t be disappointed!

Effortless and Delicious: One-Bowl Pumpkin Chocolate Fudge Bread

This one-bowl recipe is made with healthy-ish, pantry staple ingredients. It’s quick to mix, and the result is a moist, chocolaty bread that’s simply perfect. What more could you ask for?

Pumpkin and Chocolate: A Perfect Fall Pairing

Combining pumpkin with chocolate is meant to be. The pumpkin keeps the bread moist and adds a natural, earthy sweetness, making it an excellent baking ingredient.

Chocolate is scattered throughout the bread, enhancing the pumpkin’s natural sweetness. I used a mix of chocolate chunks and chips because biting into a chunk of chocolate is always a nice surprise.

The generous blend of warming pumpkin pie spices makes this gluten-free Pumpkin Chocolate Fudge Bread an excellent addition to your autumn recipe collection.

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A Healthier Twist on Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread

As I mentioned, this pumpkin bread is on the healthier side. Pumpkin itself is a great choice—lower in carbs than other winter squashes and packed with nutrients like calcium and potassium.

Additionally, this bread is gluten-free and dairy-free, made with heart-healthy olive oil, protein-rich eggs, and sweetened with maple syrup.

Why Add Brown Sugar and Maple Syrup? The Secret to Rich Flavor

You might wonder why both brown sugar and maple syrup are used. Brown sugar, a mix of white sugar and molasses, adds a deeper color and a richer flavor to pumpkin-spiced recipes. Molasses not only enhances the taste but also brings additional nutritional benefits, including essential minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. This makes it a great complement to the pumpkin, boosting both flavor and nutrition.

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And let’s not forget the chocolate—there’s plenty in this gluten-free bread recipe. Chocolate is known for its high levels of antioxidants. As per Better Health, a diet rich in antioxidants may reduce the risk of certain diseases, making this indulgent treat a bit healthier!

 

pumpkin batter in a pan

Simple Steps to Perfect Pumpkin Chocolate Fudge Bread

One bowl is all you need for this recipe. Start by gathering your ingredients and mixing the dry components in a large bowl—just leave out the chocolate chips for now. Next, add the wet ingredients and gently stir everything together.

Finally, fold in some of the chocolate chips, and your batter is ready to go in the oven.

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Is the chocolate sauce needed? Not really, but the chocolate fudge sauce is what makes this gluten-free pumpkin bread truly outstanding! It adds an extra layer of indulgence that transforms an already delicious treat into something So GOOD!

Once the pumpkin bread is baked and cooled, drizzle the chocolate fudge sauce over the top. That’s right—it’s all about the chocolate fudge sauce. YUMMY!

pumpkin chocolate fudge bread, gluten-free

Recipe Review: Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread with Chocolate Chunks and Fudge Sauce

The combination of moist pumpkin bread, rich chocolate chunks, and a decadent chocolate sauce topping is perfect. This one-bowl gluten-free and dairy-free pumpkin bread recipe is a great choice for breakfast, a tasty snack, or even a late-night dessert. Enjoy every delicious bite!

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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Fudge Bread

5 reviews
Published Oct 2, 2021 · Kristina Stosek
Prep Time:
10 min
Cooking Time:
55 min
Serves:
1 loaf

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups (222 g)gluten-free measure for measure flour blend
1/4 cup (51 g) brown sugar
2 tsp. GF ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. GF ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp. GF ground ginger
1/4 tsp. GF ground Cardamom or 1/8 tsp. GF ground cloves
1/2 tsp. Baking soda
1/2 tsp. Sea salt
1 cup pumpkin purée
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
2 large eggs, whisked
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. Pure vanilla extract
1 1/4 cup GF vegan chocolate chips or roughly chopped vegan chocolate bar, divided 
2 Tbsp. Coconut oil or unsalted butter
*you can replace spices for 1 Tbsp. GF pumpkin pie spice”

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F and line a standard bread pan with parchment paper
  2. Using a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients (flour to salt)
  3. Add remaining ingredients except for chocolate. Using a spatula, mix until just combined. Do not over mix 
  4. Fold in chocolate, saving 1/3 cup for topping. Transfer batter into the pan and bake for 50 - 55 minutes until the bread passes the toothpick test. Cool in the pan
  5. Melt the remaining chocolate with coconut oil or butter in a double boiler and stir until smooth. Spoon the chocolate sauce over the cooled bread. Enjoy

Nutrition Info

  • Nutritional Information Per Slice (based on 10 servings): Calories: 250 kcal | Protein: 3.5 g | Total Fat: 12 g | Carbohydrates: 34 g | Dietary Fiber: 2 g | Sugars: 19 g | Sodium: 150 mg | Note: This calculation is approximate and can vary based on specific brands and variations in ingredient quantities.

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