Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety texture of Chocolate Peppermint Bread, where each slice offers a delightful balance of deep chocolate flavor and refreshing peppermint essence. The moist crumb melts in your mouth, while the subtle crunch of chocolate chips adds an irresistible finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- Mix-ins:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- This bread can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Substitute almond milk for buttermilk for a dairy-free option.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 grams
- Sodium: 200 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 34 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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