Baking Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with Hot Fudge Brownie Bread, a decadent fusion that combines the rich, gooey texture of hot fudge brownies with the comforting form of a loaf bread. This dessert is for those who believe there’s no such thing as too much chocolate, offering layer upon layer of deep chocolate flavor, complemented by a moist, tender crumb. Perfect for chocolate lovers, special occasions, or any day that needs a touch of sweetness, this brownie bread promises to satisfy your cravings and elevate your baking game.

Why You’ll Love Hot Fudge Brownie Bread:

• Intensely Chocolatey: Packed with cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and a hot fudge swirl, each bite is a chocolate lover’s dream.
• Versatile Dessert: Serve as is, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or drizzled with more hot fudge for an extra indulgent treat.
• Simple Elegance: Despite its decadent flavor, this bread is surprisingly easy to make, requiring just a few basic baking ingredients.
• Crowd-Pleaser: Ideal for impressing guests, gifting, or enjoying as a special treat for yourself.

Ingredients Notes For Hot Fudge Brownie Bread:

• Cocoa Powder: Use unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich, chocolatey base.
• Chocolate Chips: Incorporate semi-sweet chocolate chips for pockets of melted chocolate throughout the bread.
• Hot Fudge Sauce: Swirled through the batter for a gooey, fudgy texture. You can use store-bought or homemade hot fudge sauce.
• Flour: All-purpose flour works best for achieving the perfect crumb.
• Eggs: Provide structure and moisture, contributing to the bread’s tender texture.
• Sugar: A combination of granulated sugar and brown sugar adds depth and moisture.
• Butter: Unsalted butter is melted into the batter, enriching the bread with a buttery, moist texture.

Recipe Steps:

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
5. Layer and Swirl: Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Add dollops of hot fudge sauce on top, then cover with the remaining batter. Use a knife to gently swirl the hot fudge through the batter.
6. Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.

Storage Options:

• Room Temperature: Store the cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerate: For longer storage, keep in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• Freeze: Wrap the bread tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Baking Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

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Ingredients

 

For the Brownie Bread:

• ▢ 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 2 large eggs
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ▢ 1 cup buttermilk
• ▢ 1/2 cup hot fudge sauce plus more for swirling and serving

For the Glaze (optional):

• ▢ 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• ▢ 2-3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
• ▢ 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Dry Ingredients:

• In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Cream Butter and Sugar:

• In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Combine with Dry Ingredients:

• Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Add Hot Fudge Sauce:

• Gently fold in 1/2 cup of hot fudge sauce into the batter. If the sauce is too thick, gently warm it up to make it more pourable.

Pour Batter into Pan:

• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Drop spoonfuls of additional hot fudge sauce on top of the batter and use a knife to swirl it through for a marbled effect.

Bake:

• Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Cool and Glaze:

• Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. If using the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk (or cream), and vanilla extract until smooth, and drizzle over the cooled bread.

Serve:

• Slice and serve the bread with an extra drizzle of hot fudge sauce on top if desired.