Add all the ingredients to the bowl of a KitchenAid mixer and combine until smooth.
Add the batter to a 9x5 loaf pan that's been lined with a piece of parchment paper.
Spread the batter out so the top is smooth.
Bake for 55 - 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then gently lift the edges of the parchment paper and transfer the cake to a cooling rack.
Prepare the glaze by combining the maple syrup with the powdered sugar. Drizzle it down the top of the cake so it drips down the sides.
Garnish with the chopped pecans and chocolate chips immediately.
Notes
If you don't like the flavor of maple syrup, you can make a traditional powdered sugar glaze and replace the maple syrup with 2 to 4 tablespoons of milk and a teaspoon of vanilla extract.