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**The Best Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread with Dark Chocolate**
Not only is this bread rich, moist, and bursting with pumpkin flavor, but the addition of dark chocolate chips makes it an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers. Whether you’re preparing for a cozy fall afternoon or need a dessert for a gluten-free gathering, this pumpkin bread will satisfy every craving.
Read on to discover how to make this delicious, gluten-free pumpkin bread with dark chocolate, and learn about its health benefits and easy variations to suit your tastes.
### Why You’ll Love This Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread with Dark Chocolate
1. **Gluten-Free Goodness**: Made with gluten-free flour, this bread is suitable for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. You won’t even miss the gluten with the rich texture and flavor!
3. **Dark Chocolate**: The dark chocolate chips give this bread an indulgent twist. They melt beautifully into the bread, adding rich cocoa flavor that balances the natural sweetness of the pumpkin.
5. **Simple to Make**: With minimal ingredients and a few simple steps, this pumpkin bread is easy to whip up in no time. Perfect for beginners or seasoned bakers alike.
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### Ingredients
– **2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour** (Make sure it’s a blend with xanthan gum for the best texture)
– **1 ½ teaspoons baking powder**
– **½ teaspoon baking soda**
– **1 teaspoon ground cinnamon**
– **1 teaspoon ground nutmeg**
– **½ teaspoon ground ginger**
– **¼ teaspoon ground cloves** (optional, but adds a nice depth of flavor)
– **1 teaspoon salt**
– **1 ½ cups canned pumpkin puree** (not pumpkin pie filling)
– **3 large eggs**
– **¾ cup coconut sugar** or your preferred sweetener (for a refined-sugar-free version)
– **½ cup maple syrup** or honey
– **½ cup vegetable oil** (or melted coconut oil)
– **1 teaspoon vanilla extract**
– **1 cup dark chocolate chips** (use 70% cocoa or higher for a richer flavor)