Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

Rich, dense, and packed with gooey chocolate flavor, this Hot Fudge Brownie Bread is the perfect dessert for true chocolate lovers. Combining the fudgy texture of a brownie with the sliceable form of a loaf cake, it’s ideal for sharing (or keeping all to yourself). Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of extra fudge sauce for a decadent treat any day of the week.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ultra Fudgy – Moist like a brownie, but baked in loaf form.
Easy to Make – One bowl, no mixer needed.
Chocolate Lover’s Dream – Loaded with cocoa, chips, and hot fudge sauce.
Perfect for Gifting or Sharing – A great homemade dessert to wrap and give.
Freezer-Friendly – Slice and stash extras for later indulgence.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Bread:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
• ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¾ cup hot fudge sauce (room temperature)
• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Optional Toppings:

• Extra chocolate chips or chunks
• A swirl of hot fudge on top before baking
• Flaky sea salt for contrast
• Powdered sugar for dusting after baking

Tools You’ll Need
Mixing bowl
Whisk or spatula
9×5-inch loaf pan
Parchment paper or non-stick spray
Toothpick or cake tester

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Set aside.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
Stir in the room temperature hot fudge sauce until evenly incorporated.

Step 4: Combine and Add Chocolate Chips
Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips.

Step 5: Pour into Pan and Top
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Sprinkle with additional chocolate chips or drizzle with more hot fudge if desired.

Step 6: Bake the Bread
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (not raw batter).
Let it cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Step 7: Cool and Serve
Slice and serve warm for melty chocolate pockets, or cool completely for easy slicing.
Optional: Drizzle with more hot fudge or top with ice cream for extra indulgence.

Tips for the Best Brownie Bread
Use Room Temp Hot Fudge – Helps blend smoothly into the batter.
Don’t Overmix – Stir until just combined for the fudgiest texture.
Test Early – Insert a toothpick around 50 minutes to avoid overbaking.
Cool Before Slicing – It sets as it cools, making neater slices.
Enhance with Espresso – Add ½ tsp espresso powder to deepen the chocolate flavor.

Serving Suggestions
With Vanilla Ice Cream – Classic and indulgent.
Toasted with Butter – A sweet twist on breakfast.
As Dessert – Topped with whipped cream or berries.
In Gift Boxes – Wrap slices in parchment and ribbon for chocolatey gifts.
With Coffee – Pairs beautifully with espresso or hot chocolate.

How to Store & Freeze

Storing:
Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Refrigerate: Up to 6 days, but bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.

Freezing:
Wrap individual slices or the whole loaf in plastic wrap and foil.
Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the microwave.

Reheating:
Microwave: Heat slices for 15–20 seconds for gooey results.
Oven: Warm at 300°F for 5–8 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use store-bought hot fudge sauce?
Yes—just make sure it’s thick and room temperature for easy mixing.

2. Can I make this gluten-free?
Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour substitute and check your fudge sauce for gluten content.

3. Is this more like cake or brownie?
It’s a fudgy hybrid—denser than cake, softer than a traditional brownie loaf.

4. Can I make it into muffins?
Yes—bake in a muffin tin for 18–22 minutes at 350°F.

5. What type of cocoa works best?
Use unsweetened natural cocoa or Dutch-processed for a deeper flavor.

Final Thoughts
Hot Fudge Brownie Bread is everything you love about brownies and banana bread—just without the banana and with way more chocolate. It’s rich, gooey, and the ultimate dessert loaf for chocolate lovers. Whether you’re sharing or savoring solo, one slice of this will satisfy all your sweet cravings.

Bake it once, and you’ll keep it in your dessert rotation forever!

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 55 minutes
Cuisine: American / Dessert

Nutritional Information (Per Slice, serves 10):
Calories: 340 | Protein: 5g | Carbohydrates: 38g | Fat: 18g | Sugar: 24g | Sodium: 210mg

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