Chocolate Chip Loaf Bread

This is your ultimate chocolate quick bread- moist, flavorful, rich chocolate chip loaf bread studded with pecans and chocolate chips. A true chocolate delight!

Every time a chocolate treat is in the works, anyone in our house gets stopped in their tracks to check out what is baking. Sometimes, a simple “hmm chocolate…” signifies their anticipation of the baked goodie, proving that chocolate is always a winner in the house.

I can’t blame them though. Chocolate is generally loved by anyone. Not only for its bitter, sweet, luscious addictive flavor,  there is also something in chocolates that equates them to the word special. And as with all chocolate cakes/bread, the flavor becomes even more amazing as the cake sits for the next few days. 

This Chocolate Chip Loaf Bread is our special delight on a weekday just because special can be any given time just with a simple chocolate treat. It is even made more special slathered with luscious chocolate honey butter, which is also included in the recipe.

It is moist and flavorful with substantial texture coming from the pecans which are mixed in the batter and then some sprinkled on top. Of course, the chocolate chip toppings are non-negotiable.

Making Chocolate Chip Loaf Bread

1. Preheat oven to 350 F. grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and cocoa. 

2. In another mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar using a hand-held mixer or a stand mixer. Once the mixture is creamy, add the eggs one at a time. Beat each egg to incorporate it well before adding the next one.

3. With the mixer on low, gradually add the flour mixture, alternately with the buttermilk. Fold 1/4 cup pecans using a rubber spatula. Pour and scrape batter into the prepared loaf pan.

4. Bake for 20 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of pecans and the chocolate chips. Bake for another 30-35 minutes. A toothpick inserted at the center of the cake should come out clean. Let the pan cool slightly in the wire rack, then remove from the pan to cool completely.

The Chocolate Honey Butter

The Chocolate Honey Butter is made with chocolate chips, butter and honey. Upon serving, this delicious concoction is slathered on the bread slices for the ultimate chocolate indulgence.

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips for 20 seconds at a time, until the chocolates are soft and stirrable. Stir the chocolates. Beat in the softened butter and the honey until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Spread on your chocolate bread slices!

   Note: Melt the chocolate chips for 20 seconds at a time, and repeat as needed until the chocolate is soft. Note that the chocolate chips will not melt to fluid state right out of the microwave, instead, it continues to hold its shape. You will know it is melted once the chips are shiny. Stir it immediately and it will melt right away.

   

Much like a comforting hug, or a warm blanket or a much-needed cheer me up on a crazy day, this bread will make you feel special, guaranteed!

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• Chocolate Cake with Whipped Cream Chocolate Icing
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• Double Chocolate Muffins
• Peanut Butter Cupcakes
• Banana Chocolate Chip Bread with Oatmeal Crumbs
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Chocolate Chip Loaf Bread

This is your ultimate chocolate quick bread- moist, flavorful, rich chocolate chip loaf bread studded with pecans and chocolate chips. A true chocolate delight!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword chocolate bread, chocolate cake

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Servings 10

Calories 476 kcal

Author sanna

Ingredients

• 1 and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 stick, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips

For the Chocolate Honey Butter

• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 2 tbsp honey

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 F. grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan. In a mixing bowl, Whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and cocoa. 

2. In another mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar using a hand-held mixer or a stand mixer. Once the mixture is creamy, add the eggs one at a time. Beat each egg to incorporate it well before adding the next one.

3. With the mixer on low, gradually add the flour mixture, alternately with the buttermilk. Fold 1/4 cup pecans using a rubber spatula. Pour and scrape batter into the prepared loaf pan.

4. Bake for 20 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cups of pecans and the chocolate chips. Bake for another 30-35 minutes. A toothpick inserted at the center of the cake should come out clean. Let the pan cool slightly in the wire rack, then remove from the pan to cool completely. Spread the chocolate honey butter on the bread slices upon serving. .

Chocolate Honey Butter

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips for 20 seconds at a time, until the chocolates are soft and stirrable. Stir the chocolates. Beat in the softened butter and the honey until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Recipe Notes

Recipe adapted from Very Best Baking by Nestle.

Store the bread in a container with a tight lid at room temperature for up to 3 days. The honey butter can stay at room temperature for up to 3 days as well.

Nutrition Facts

Chocolate Chip Loaf Bread

Amount Per Serving

Calories 476 Calories from Fat 270

% Daily Value*

Fat 30g46%

Saturated Fat 16g100%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 9g

Cholesterol 89mg30%

Sodium 296mg13%

Potassium 259mg7%

Carbohydrates 49g16%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 30g33%

Protein 6g12%

Vitamin A 671IU13%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 68mg7%

Iron 3mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Recommended for this Recipe:

• 9×5 inch Loaf Pan
• Oster Stand Mixer
• Nestle Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips

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