The combination of peanut butter, chocolate chips, and pumpkin in this loaf is simply irresistible. The nuttiness of the peanut butter complements the sweetness of the chocolate chips, while the pumpkin adds moisture and a subtle earthy flavor to the mix. This winning combination creates a well-balanced and satisfying treat that will have you reaching for another slice.
Ingredients
- ▢2 eggs
- ▢1/4 cup brown sugar
- ▢1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- ▢3/4 cup pumpkin, canned
- ▢1/2 cup PB2 powder with 1/4 water
- ▢2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ▢1 tsp cinnamon
- ▢1.5 tsp baking powder
- ▢1 cup flour
- ▢4 Tbsp mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F, and spray a regular 9×5 loaf pan with some nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl using an electric mixer, beat the eggs and sugar together. Add in the applesauce and pumpkin and mix for a few minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the PB2 with the water until it’s smooth and creamy then add to the mixture. Beat for a few minutes so the peanut butter is all mixed in.
- Stir in the flour, spices, and baking powder, then fold in 3 Tbsp of chocolate chips, leaving 1 Tbsp aside for topping.
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan then sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes until loaf is cooked through.
- Let cool before cutting into 10 slices. Enjoy!