Chocolate Bread
The ultimate comfort food, this Chocolate Bread is rich, moist, and deliciously satisfying. With its deep chocolate flavor and soft texture, it's the perfect treat for any chocolate lover. Whip up this easy loaf for breakfast or dessert tonight!
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
- Food Processor
- Oven
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- ½ cup dutch process cocoa
- 1 ¾ cups all purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup semi sweet chocolate chips divided
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. It’s important to have your oven ready so the bread bakes evenly. Prepare a 9×5 bread pan by spraying it with cooking spray, ensuring that your bread won’t stick.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dutch process cocoa, all purpose flour, dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisking these dry ingredients together is essential for uniform distribution of the leavening agents and flavors.
- Add the buttermilk, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Combine these ingredients until you have a smooth batter. Be careful not to overmix; you want it to be just combined.
- Gently fold in ½ cup of the semi sweet chocolate chips. This is where the fun begins—seeing those chocolate morsels mix in with your batter! They’ll melt beautifully while baking.
- Pour the batter into your prepared bread pan, spreading it out evenly. Top the batter with the remaining ¼ cup of chocolate chips to create a gooey chocolate top.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The aroma will fill your kitchen as it bakes.
- Once baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. This will make it easier to remove without breaking.
- After cooling, transfer the bread onto a wire rack to cool completely. This step is crucial as it prevents the bottom from getting soggy.
- Once cooled, slice the bread and enjoy warm, or store it for later. The texture and flavor develop beautifully as it sits.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover Chocolate Bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. You can also refrigerate it for a longer shelf life.
- Freezing: Yes, you can freeze Chocolate Bread. Wrap slices tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil for up to three months.
- Pairing: Consider serving it with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or a scoop of ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
- Variations: You can experiment with different types of chocolate, such as dark or milk chocolate chips, or even add nuts for an extra crunch.
- Serving: Enjoy it as a sweet breakfast treat, a cozy dessert, or a special snack with your afternoon tea.