Immune-Supporting Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe
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When the leaves start to turn and the air gets crisp, there’s nothing quite like a cozy slice of pumpkin bread fresh from the oven. This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread recipe not only satisfies seasonal cravings but also adds a wellness twist thanks to the immune-supporting properties of Real Mushrooms 5 Defenders powder.
Whether you’re gathering for a fall brunch, meal prepping healthy treats for the week, or just need a sweet afternoon pick-me-up, this spiced pumpkin bread hits all the right notes: warm, comforting, and chocolatey.
And the best part: it features antioxidant-rich functional mushrooms that help support immune system health, making it a feel-good indulgence you can enjoy all season long.
In This Article:
- Why Add Functional Mushrooms to Your Fall Baking?
- What’s In 5 Defenders?
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe
- Final Thoughts
- Related Articles
Why Add Functional Mushrooms to Your Fall Baking?
Incorporating mushroom powders like 5 Defenders into your everyday cooking is a seamless way to enjoy their supportive properties without changing your routine. Functional mushrooms help the body maintain balance and resilience, especially during the colder months when immune function could use a little extra support.
What’s In 5 Defenders?
Unlike most mushroom extracts, Real Mushrooms is made from 100% organic mushrooms (fruiting bodies), not grain-based filler. This ensures a high concentration of active compounds like beta-glucans, which are known to help balance and support immune function.
The 5 Defenders blend features extracts of Reishi, Chaga, Maitake, Shiitake, and Turkey Tail. These mushrooms are celebrated in traditional herbalism and studied for their ability to:
- Support immune health and resilience
- Help protect cells from oxidative stress with antioxidant properties
- Promote overall vitality, especially during seasonal shifts
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp Real Mushrooms 5 Defenders powder
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin (100% pure)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips to taste (dairy-free if desired)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Grease an 8” x 4” loaf pan and line with parchment paper that drapes over the sides for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, salt, baking soda, spices, and 5 Defenders powder.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs, canned pumpkin, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture into the well. Gently whisk until just combined and the flour disappears, and fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 42-48 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 30 minutes before lifting the bread out to cool completely on a wire rack.
Storage Tips
To keep it fresh, store leftovers in the fridge in a sealed container lined with paper towels for up to 5 days. The flavors deepen over time, making it a perfect make-ahead recipe.
Final Thoughts
This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe is a celebration of cozy fall flavors, functional mushrooms, and holistic nourishment. With the warming spice of cinnamon and cloves, the richness of pumpkin, and the immune-supporting properties of mushrooms, each bite is both indulgent and intentional.
So the next time you’re craving a seasonal treat, whip up this loaf, and feed both your body and your mind.
