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by sanna last updated July 23, 2022 posted September 22, 2021 10 Comments

Chocolate Chip Loaf Bread

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

Chocolate chip Loaf bread on a serving plate.

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. 

Slice shot of chocolate chip loaf bread.

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.

A slice of chocolate chip loaf bread slathered with chocolate honey butter.

Making Chocolate Chip Loaf Bread

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. 

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.

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. A collage showing how to make the chocolate chip loaf bread batter.

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 chip loaf bread batter in a loaf pan, ready for baking.

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.

The chocolate honey butter for the chocolate chip loaf bread.

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.

The melted chocolate chips right out of the microwave.

A collage showing the mixing of the chocolate honey butter.

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!

Top shot of chocolate chip loaf bread in a pan.

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Chocolate chip loaf bread on a serving plate.
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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%
Calcium 68mg7%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Vitamin A 671IU13%
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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This your ultimate chocolate quick bread- moist, flavorful, rich chocolate chip loaf bread studded with pecans and chocolate chips. A true chocolate delight! #chocolatequickbread #chocolatebread #chocolatechips

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  1. Lisa says

    November 22, 2019 at 1:46 pm

    I made this with all purpose gluten free flour. I added 1/4c. of greek yogurt. It was amazing, so moist.
    No one could tell it was gluten free

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    • sanna says

      December 10, 2019 at 2:16 pm

      Hello Lisa! Thank you very much for coming back here with your gluten free variation. I am so happy theyy turned out well 🙂

  2. Single White Male says

    September 10, 2018 at 12:36 am

    Yes, I’m a guy sitting at home wanting something made with chocolate. The ingredients are in everyone’s pantry, so simple to bake, even a guy can do it! Delicious warm chocolate bread with chocolate chip honey butter smothered all over! Enjoy with a tall glass of milk or a cup of coffee!

    Reply
  3. Heather says

    July 30, 2018 at 6:01 am

    This looks so moist and chocolatey!!! Love that you add in buttermilk and pecans are my absolute favorite. Great combination of textures and love that this is so easy to make

    Reply
  4. Claire says

    July 29, 2018 at 10:46 pm

    You are so right chocolate does equate to the word special.
    Chocolate ice cream feels ‘more special’ than vanilla or strawberry.
    My kids are going to freak over this! They will definitely think it is a treat day 😀

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