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    Pumpkin Loaf Cake

    Published: Sep 26, 2016 · Updated: Nov 20, 2018 by Natalie · 11 Comments

    Delicious and flavorful, this easy to make Pumpkin Loaf Cake is real Fall treat. It's made with all HEALTHY ingredients, packed with Fall spices and bursting with sweet pumpkin flavor. It's a super tasty pumpkin recipe you don't want to miss this season.

    Pumpkin Loaf Cake with chocolate

    Fall has definitely arrived. The leaves have turned yellow and started to fall. The streets are wet from morning fog. Moist air is filled with the smell of wood and the days are getting shorter. And what else to do around the house, than to bake some sweet desserts.

    Since pumpkins are now in season, I decided to bake this Pumpkin Loaf Cake recipe for my boys.

    Pumpkins are super nutritious and so sweet and flavorful. Mixed in delicious loaf cake with spices and chunks of dark chocolate - they are just irresistible.

    Delicious pumpkin loaf cake made with all healthy ingredients, packed with aromatic autumn spices, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and tons of sweet pumpkin flavor. CLICK o grab recipe or PIN for later!

    Pumpkin is one of the best-known sources of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant known to give orange vegetables and fruits their vibrant color and which is converted to vitamin A in the body. Consuming one cup of cooked pumpkin will provide you with over 100% of your daily needs for vitamin A.

    Well I’m impressed... Also pumpkin is one of the low-calorie fruit. 100 g has just 26 calories and contains no saturated fats or cholesterol. However, it is rich in dietary fiber and minerals like copper, calcium, potassium and phosphorus.

    Delicious pumpkin loaf cake made with all healthy ingredients, packed with aromatic autumn spices, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and tons of sweet pumpkin flavor. CLICK o grab recipe or PIN for later!

    To make this Pumpkin Loaf Cake I used homemade pumpkin puree made from fresh pumpkin I bought on farmers market. Using fresh pumpkin and preparing it yourself will give you the most health benefits.

    If you decide to make your own pumpkin puree, preparation is pretty easy. Just peel pumpkin and slice it to bite size pieces. Put it in a cooking pan and add water. Cook until pumpkin is softened (around 15 min), drain water and blend pumpkin until smooth. Put puree in a glass jar and store in the refrigerator. Prepared, puree may stand in the fridge for several days and can be used for the preparation of various pumpkin dishes. 

    Delicious pumpkin loaf cake made with all healthy ingredients, packed with aromatic autumn spices, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and tons of sweet pumpkin flavor. CLICK o grab recipe or PIN for later!

    Pumpkin puree gave the cake desired moisture and sweetness, while spices - Ceylon cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg are responsible for the overwhelming cake fragrance.

    Pumpkin Loaf Cake is really easy to prepare and of course, it is moderate in calories.

    To make this Pumpkin Loaf Cake even more nutritious, I used whole grain flour. Also, I used natural sweetener - pure maple syrup, but you can substitute syrup with honey. 

    Delicious pumpkin loaf cake made with all healthy ingredients, packed with aromatic autumn spices, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and tons of sweet pumpkin flavor. CLICK o grab recipe or PIN for later!

    What makes this Pumpkin Loaf Cake super special, is dark chocolate chunks that hides in every sweet bite. It melts in your mouth while cake is still warm, adding sweetness to the cake. I suggest you serve this pumpkin loaf cake with pumpkin cheese spread. Spread’s soft sour taste wonderfully complements the sweet taste of the cake.

    Now I'll let you enjoy this fragrant deliciousness.

    Happy fall season everyone!

    Recipe

    Pumpkin Loaf Cake with chocolate

    Pumpkin Loaf Cake

    By Natalie
    Pumpkin Loaf Cake made with HEALTHY ingredients, packed packed with aromatic autumn spices, chocolate chips, and tons of sweet pumpkin flavor.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Recipe
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 40 minutes mins
    Total Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, International
    Servings 12 slices
    Calories 197 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ¾ cups whole grain flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
    • ⅓ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ⅓ teaspoon allspice
    • ⅓ teaspoon Himalayan salt
    • 2 large eggs
    • ½ cup pure maple syrup
    • 1 ½ cups pumpkin puree
    • 4 tablespoon extra virgin coconut oil melted and cooled
    • ½ cup dark chocolate chips

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 356F (180C). Put baking paper in a 9x5 baking pan and grease a bit with coconut oil.
    • Mix the dry ingredients - flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices and salt in a large bowl.
    • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add honey or syrup, pumpkin puree, coconut oil and whisk until well combined.
    • Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
    • Pour mixture into prepared baking pan.
    • Bake for 35-40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in comes out clean.

    Notes

    As a measure I used US cup (240ml).

    Nutrition

    Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 86mg | Potassium: 214mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 4805IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1.3mg
    Keyword healthy, pumpkin, pumpkin loaf cake, pumpkin spice
    Tried this recipe?Don’t forget to rate it and leave the comment. I would love to hear what you think.
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.

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    Natalie is a writer, recipe developer, and creator of Natalie's Health. She combined knowledge of nutrition, diet and exercise and specialised in developing healthy recipes and writing about a healthy lifestyle. Her recipes and articles have been featured in many popular media outlets, like Shape, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine, and many more.

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    1. Marianne says

      December 06, 2021 at 9:23 pm

      This looks amazing and I can’t wait to make it! I’m wondering if any adjustments would need to be made for high altitude…?? (I’m at 4500 feet.)

      Reply
      • Natalie says

        December 07, 2021 at 10:18 am

        Hi Marianne, I never baked at high altitudes, but I consulted my friends high altitudes bakers. You need to decrease baking powder for 1/8, increase coconut oil by 1 tablespoon and increase the oven temperature by 25F. Bake it for at least 40 minutes. Use the toothpick method to check if the cake is baked.

    2. Gina says

      November 08, 2021 at 1:17 pm

      5 stars
      Love this cake for an afternoon snack in the winter with some tea. It's got a lovely dense and moist texture that really satisfies!

      Reply
    3. Marie Brett says

      October 24, 2018 at 3:20 pm

      Hi Natalie om wondering how long this would keep in fridge, any idea?? Or could You freeze it as it is?? I would love to make these ahead of Christmas & give them all wrapped fancy as Christmas gifts. Thanks, Marie

      Reply
      • Natalie says

        October 25, 2018 at 6:21 pm

        Hi Marie, actually I never freeze it, so I'm not sure would that work. I guess it would, as this loaf is similar to any cake or bread. But I can't be 100% sure. BTW I love the idea of wrapping this loaf as Christmas gift :)

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