BEST Chocolate Bread (Easy Chocolate Loaf Cake)

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 cup + 2 Tablespoons buttermilk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided (3/4 cup mixed in, 1/4 cup sprinkled on top)
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350F. Coat a 9x5...: Preheat your oven to 350F. Coat a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix together the flour,...: In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.

3. 3

   In another bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown...: In another bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until you have a smooth mixture.

4. 4

   Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry...: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredient mix, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix. Fold in the chocolate chips.

5. 5

   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan....: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top of the loaf starts to brown too quickly, cover it with a piece of aluminum foil for the remaining baking time.

6. 6

   Remove the bread from the oven and let...: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. After that, transfer the bread to a wire rack to allow it to cool completely.

7. 7

   While the loaf is cooling, you can prepare...: While the loaf is cooling, you can prepare the optional glaze. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together, stirring until the mixture is smooth.

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   Once the loaf has completely cooled, drizzle the...: Once the loaf has completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.