Description
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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Ingredients
For the Bread:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
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½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¾ cup hot fudge sauce (room temperature)
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½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional Toppings:
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Extra chocolate chips or chunks
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A swirl of hot fudge on top before baking
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Flaky sea salt for contrast
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Powdered sugar for dusting after baking
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.
Notes
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.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Cuisine: American / Dessert