Description

This Hot Fudge Brownie Bread is a decadent dessert that takes the best parts of brownies and bread, giving you a rich, fudgy center with the perfect, slightly crusty exterior. It’s loaded with chocolate, with a warm, gooey fudge-like texture that melts in your mouth. Whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this bread is the ultimate chocolate fix!

Ingredients

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For the Bread:

1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), melted
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
1/2 cup hot fudge sauce (store-bought or homemade)

For the Topping:

1/4 cup hot fudge sauce (for drizzling)
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2️⃣ Prepare the Wet Ingredients:

In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and well combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

3️⃣ Prepare the Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

4️⃣ Add the Chocolate Chips and Fudge Sauce:

Fold in the chocolate chips and the 1/2 cup of hot fudge sauce, making sure it’s evenly incorporated into the batter.

5️⃣ Bake the Bread:

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake; you want the bread to stay fudgy in the middle!

6️⃣ Finish and Serve:

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, drizzle with additional hot fudge sauce for a richer chocolate experience.

7️⃣ Serve:

Slice the bread into thick slices, and for an extra indulgence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy the ultimate chocolate fix!

Notes

Chocolate Lovers: For extra richness, you can add some chocolate chunks or swirl some extra hot fudge sauce into the batter before baking.
Make Ahead: The bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. It also freezes well—wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil to freeze for up to 3 months.
Topping Variations: While whipped cream or vanilla ice cream is a classic pairing, you can also top the bread with a drizzle of caramel sauce, a sprinkle of chopped nuts, or even some berries for a contrasting tartness.

Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 55 min