Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

Why Make This Recipe

Hot Fudge Brownie Bread is a delightful twist on traditional brownies. This recipe combines the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the ease of making bread. It’s perfect for dessert or an afternoon snack. The layers of chocolate and fudge create a delicious treat that everyone will love. Plus, it’s easy to make and perfect for sharing.

How to Make Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

Ingredients

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ½ cup hot fudge sauce
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup hot fudge sauce, warmed
• ¼ cup chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

1. Prepare Your Setup: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

3. Create the Base: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.

4. Combine Wet and Dry: Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

5. Add the Magic: Gently fold in the hot fudge sauce and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

7. Final Touches: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it to a wire rack. While still warm, drizzle with additional warmed hot fudge sauce and sprinkle with chocolate chips and nuts if desired.

How to Serve Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

This Hot Fudge Brownie Bread is best served warm, fresh out of the oven. You can slice it and enjoy it on its own, or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a special treat. Drizzle more hot fudge sauce on top for an extra chocolatey experience!

How to Store Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

To store the leftover bread, wrap it in plastic wrap or foil and keep it at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, place it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months. Just thaw it in the fridge when you are ready to enjoy it again.

Tips to Make Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

• Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature to make mixing easy.
• Don’t overmix the batter; stop as soon as the ingredients are combined.
• For an added crunch, you can sprinkle the nuts on top before baking.

Variation

You can customize this recipe by adding different mix-ins. For example, you could use white chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet or add some dried fruit like cherries or cranberries for a unique flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?

Yes, if you don’t have buttermilk, you can use regular milk. Just add a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to a cup of milk and let it sit for a few minutes to sour.

2. How can I know when the bread is done baking?

Insert a toothpick into the center of the bread. If it comes out with a few moist crumbs, the bread is ready. If the toothpick comes out clean, it may be overbaked.

3. Can I make this bread ahead of time?

Yes, you can make it ahead of time. It tastes just as good the next day and can be stored covered at room temperature. Just warm it up slightly before serving for the best flavor.

Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

A delightful twist on traditional brownies, combining a rich fudgy texture with the ease of bread-making, perfect for dessert or an afternoon snack.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cups buttermilk Can substitute with regular milk plus vinegar or lemon juice.

Mix-ins

• 0.5 cups hot fudge sauce
• 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cups hot fudge sauce, warmed
• 0.25 cups chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons chopped nuts Optional for added crunch.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Mixing

1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
3. Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
4. Gently fold in the hot fudge sauce and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Baking

1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
2. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it to a wire rack.
3. While still warm, drizzle with additional warmed hot fudge sauce and sprinkle with chocolate chips and nuts if desired.

Notes

This bread is best served warm, and pairs well with vanilla ice cream. Store leftover bread wrapped in plastic wrap or foil for up to 3 days at room temperature, or refrigerate it for up to a week. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.