Buttermilk Chocolate Bread Recipe 🍞🍫

Overview:

This delightful Buttermilk Chocolate Bread recipe combines the richness of cocoa with the tanginess of buttermilk, resulting in a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for a weeknight treat or a special gathering, this easy-to-follow recipe will surely become a favorite in your repertoire.

• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 55 minutes
• Servings: 12 slices
• Yield: 1 loaf

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare the Pan:

• Grease the bottom only of an 8×4 or 9×5-inch loaf pan.

3. Mix Sugar and Margarine:

• In a large bowl, combine the sugar and margarine, blending them well together until smooth.

4. Add Eggs:

• Add the eggs to the sugar and margarine mixture, blending until fully incorporated.

5. Incorporate Buttermilk:

• Stir in the buttermilk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

6. Combine Dry Ingredients:

• Add the all-purpose flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture, stirring until the dry ingredients are just moistened. Be careful not to overmix.

7. Optional: Add Nuts:

• If desired, stir in the nuts to add a delightful crunch to your bread.

8. Pour into Pan:

• Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

9. Bake:

• Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. Cool:

• Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing it.

11. Cool Completely:

• Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

12. Store:

• Once cooled, wrap the bread tightly and store it in the refrigerator to maintain its freshness.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 249.4
• Total Fat: 11.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
• Cholesterol: 31.8mg
• Sodium: 313.1mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 34.8g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 17.9g
• Protein: 5g

Recipe Notes:

• This Buttermilk Chocolate Bread is perfect for slicing and enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea.
• Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite mix-ins such as chocolate chips, dried fruit, or shredded coconut.
• For an extra indulgent treat, serve slices of this bread warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.