Chocolate Cherry Bread
Indulge in the perfect harmony of rich cocoa and sweet, juicy cherries with this decadent Chocolate Cherry Bread. This recipe marries the deep flavors of unsweetened cocoa powder with bursts of freshness from chopped cherries, all complemented by melty dark chocolate chips in every slice. With a moist and tender crumb thanks to the use of buttermilk and melted butter, this loaf is easy to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether you’re serving it as a brunch centerpiece, a dessert treat, or an indulgent snack, this chocolate cherry quick bread will captivate your taste buds. Plus, it bakes beautifully in under an hour, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for chocolate and fruit lovers alike, this recipe is a must-try twist on classic quick bread that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cups pitted and chopped fresh or frozen cherries
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well combined.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped cherries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your Chocolate Cherry Bread as a treat for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.1 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 257 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 371 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
