Chocolate Bread Recipe

Indulge in this moist and decadent Chocolate Bread! This easy-to-make quick bread recipe is surprisingly not too sweet, allowing the rich chocolate flavor to shine. Even better the next day! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 2647.9 kcal
Protein 101g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Bread

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How to Make Chocolate Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, ¾ teaspoon baking powder, and ¾ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, 1 cup milk, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in 1 cup chopped pecans (optional).
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

115 g

Sugar

866g

Fat

196g

Carbs

137g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Bread?

Chocolate Bread takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Bread?

Chocolate Bread has approximately 2647.9 calories per serving, with about 101 g protein, 137 g carbohydrates and 154 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Bread?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Bread are Flour, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Egg, Unsalted Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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