Let's get baking! Start by preheating your oven to 350°F and greasing a 9x5 loaf pan. Line it with parchment paper and set it aside.
In a large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients. In another bowl, mix together the wet ingredients until just combined. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a batter forms. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth it out with a spatula. Now, let's make that irresistible streusel topping! Mix all the streusel ingredients in a small bowl until crumbly, then sprinkle it evenly over the loaf batter.
Pop the loaf in the oven and bake for 48-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once it's done, let it cool completely.
If you're adding the icing (and trust me, you'll want to), whisk together all the icing ingredients until smooth and thick. Drizzle it over the cooled loaf and let it set.
Now, slice, serve, and savor every pumpkin-spiced bite! Any leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. Enjoy the taste of fall with every scrumptious slice! 🍁