Hot Fudge Brownie Bread: A Decadent Chocolate Delight

Ingredients

For the Brownie Bread:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Hot Fudge Topping:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

Bread Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper

Mix Dry Ingredients

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together:
  • Flour
  • Cocoa powder
  • Sugar
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Salt

Mix Wet Ingredients

  1. In another bowl, combine:
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Oil
  • Vanilla extract
  1. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients
  2. Stir in hot water until just combined
  3. Fold in chocolate chips

Baking

  1. Pour batter into prepared pan
  2. Bake for 60-70 minutes until toothpick comes out clean
  3. Cool in pan for 10 minutes
  4. Remove and cool completely on wire rack

Hot Fudge Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine:
  • Heavy cream
  • Chocolate chips
  • Butter
  • Sugar
  • Corn syrup
  1. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly
  2. Cook until smooth and slightly thickened
  3. Remove from heat
  4. Stir in vanilla and salt
  5. Let cool slightly before serving

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve warm slices with hot fudge sauce
  • Add vanilla ice cream
  • Top with whipped cream
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar
  • Add fresh berries for contrast

Storage Tips

  • Store bread at room temperature up to 5 days
  • Keep fudge sauce refrigerated up to 2 weeks
  • Can freeze bread for up to 3 months
  • Reheat fudge sauce gently before serving

Pro Tips

  • Use quality cocoa powder
  • Don’t overmix the batter
  • Test doneness with toothpick
  • Let bread cool completely before slicing
  • Use room temperature ingredients
  • Don’t overbake to maintain moisture

Variations

  • Add nuts to the batter
  • Swirl in peanut butter
  • Use dark chocolate chips
  • Add espresso powder for depth
  • Include marshmallow swirl

Troubleshooting

  • If bread is dry: reduce baking time
  • If center sinks: don’t open oven during baking
  • If fudge is too thick: thin with warm cream
  • If bread sticks: use parchment paper
  • If top cracks: reduce oven temperature

This Hot Fudge Brownie Bread combines the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the convenience of a quick bread. The addition of homemade hot fudge sauce transforms it into an indulgent dessert that’s perfect for chocolate lovers. The key to success is not overbaking the bread to maintain its moist, brownie-like texture.

The recipe creates a deep chocolate flavor while remaining tender and moist. When served warm with the hot fudge sauce, it creates an irresistible dessert that’s sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you’re craving something deeply chocolatey and satisfying.