Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 cup solid pack pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method

  • In a large bowl mix together the flour, baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground ginger, and ground cloves.
  • In a separate bowl cream together the sugar and butter or margarine. Add eggs and beat until smooth.
  • Alternately add the creamed ingredients and pumpkin to the dry ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips and chopped nuts. Spoon into two greased 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree F(175 degrees C) oven for 45 to 50 minutes.
  • To make the glaze: In a small bowl, combine confectioners sugar, 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg. Add milk, and mix until smooth. Drizzle over warm cake.