Description
This Hot Fudge Brownie Bread is a decadent and fudgy loaf that combines the richness of classic brownies with the convenience of bread. Featuring a luscious hot fudge swirl throughout, it offers a perfect balance of gooey chocolate and tender crumb, ideal for dessert or a sweet treat any time of day.
Ingredients
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Brownie Bread Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Hot Fudge Swirl Ingredients
- ½ cup hot fudge sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the baked bread.
- Make the Brownie Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking thoroughly until well combined. Sift in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir gently to incorporate all dry ingredients without overmixing. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips to add extra bursts of chocolate throughout.
- Create the Hot Fudge Swirl: In a small bowl, combine hot fudge sauce with heavy cream, mixing until the mixture is smooth and slightly runny. If the texture is too thick, warm briefly in the microwave for about 10 seconds to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Assemble the Loaf: Pour half of the prepared brownie batter evenly into the loaf pan. Drizzle half of the hot fudge mixture over this layer and use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the fudge into the batter creating a marbled effect. Add the remaining brownie batter on top and repeat with the rest of the fudge sauce, swirling again for a beautiful marbled pattern.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center — it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter. Remove from oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
- Serve & Enjoy: Slice the bread while still warm for an extra gooey texture. For an indulgent dessert, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of additional chocolate sauce, or a light dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- You can substitute the hot fudge sauce with homemade for a fresher taste or a store-bought version for convenience.
- To store, keep the brownie bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For variations, try incorporating peanut butter, espresso powder, nuts, caramel drizzle, or white chocolate chips as described in the recipe.
- Ensure not to overbake to maintain a moist and tender crumb with gooey chocolate swirls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Hot fudge brownie bread, fudgy chocolate bread, chocolate swirl bread, brownie loaf, dessert bread, chocolate bread loaf
