I’ve always considered myself a bit of a peanut butter snob. Growing up in Canada, it was Kraft peanut butter or nothing in our household! For the longest time, I turned my nose up at the idea of using powdered peanut butter like PB2 in my recipes. However, I finally decided to give it a chance in some of my baking endeavors, knowing that it could potentially keep the points down without sacrificing too much flavor. One of the recipes I tried was this Weight Watchers Chocolate Pumpkin Bread, and I must say, it turned out surprisingly delicious! 
The peanut butter snob in me couldn’t help but think that using the real deal would have made it even better, but as a low-point alternative, this loaf was a real winner. The combination of peanut butter, chocolate chips, and pumpkin created a moist and flavorful treat that satisfied my cravings while still being a healthier option. One loaf serves 10, and each serving is only 5 points on the new WW program, making it a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without derailing your weight loss goals.
Three reasons why you need to make this recipe!
It’s a healthier alternative.
Let’s face it, sometimes we just need a sweet treat to curb our cravings. However, traditional baked goods can be loaded with sugar, fat, and calories, making them a less-than-ideal choice for those watching their weight. This Weight Watchers chocolate pumpkin bread offers a healthier alternative that still feels indulgent. By using healthier ingredients like powdered peanut butter and pumpkin, you can enjoy a delicious treat without the guilt that often comes with consuming traditional baked goods.
WW Chocolate Pumpkin Bread is the perfect flavor combination.
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.
This loaf is low in calories and points!
By using powdered peanut butter (PB2) instead of regular peanut butter, this recipe manages to keep the points down while still delivering on flavor. This means you can enjoy a delicious treat without using up too many of your daily points, making it easier to stay on track with your weight loss journey.
Ingredients you need to make Weight Watchers Chocolate Pumpkin Bread:
- 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 all purpose flour
- 4 Tbsp mini chocolate chips
How to make Weight Watchers Chocolate Pumpkin Bread (step by step):
- 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!
Makes 10 slices. Nutrition info for 1 slice: Calories 127, Fat 4 g, Saturated fat 1.32 g, Carbs 21 g, Fiber 1.63 g, Sugars 9.19 g, Sodium 52.43 mg, Protein 5 g.
WW Points For Weight Watchers Chocolate Pumpkin Bread
- Eggs 0 points
- Brown sugar 16 points
- Unsweetened applesauce 0 points
- Pumpkin, canned 0 points
- PB2 powder with 1/4 water 5 points
- Pumpkin pie spice 0 points
- Cinnamon 0 points
- Baking powder 0 points
- All purpose flour 13 points
- Mini chocolate chips 13 points
5 points per serving based on the WW app recipe creator.
If you’re using an older version of WW, check out these points below.
Freestyle SP- (blue & purple) 4 using WW recipe builder
Smart Points- (green) 5 using SP calculator
Points Plus- 3 using PP calculator
Different ways to change up this recipe:
- Use mashed sweet potatoes, banana, or nonfat Greek yogurt if you don’t have canned pumpkin.
- You could also try using different flavored chocolate chips, like Lily’s No Sugar Added white chocolate chips.
Tips and Tricks for Making Weight Watchers Chocolate Pumpkin Bread:
- This Weight Watchers chocolate pumpkin bread keeps well for up to seven days. You can also freeze the loaf – whole or sliced – for up to three months.
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- Baked Banana Donuts
- Pillsbury Biscuits Are The Star Of This Apple Cinnamon Crumble
- Easy Apple Cinnamon Rolls Using Pillsbury Rolls
Weight Watchers Chocolate Pumpkin Bread
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 9x5 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!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
So I’ve made this several times and I absolutely love it… but I’ve been playing around with it. Now I make it into 12 muffins AND drum roll please…. I don’t use brown sugar!!! I make my own from 1/4 cup of Splenda Stevia and 1/4 tbsp of molasses!!! Blend these 2 ingredients with a fork and voila! 15 calories for brown sugar!! I found the muffins taste sweeter from this combo and I love them even more, which I didn’t think was possible!
Hi Laura, wow that is awesome, thank you so much for sharing đŸ™‚ So glad you love them! I will have to try your way next time