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Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

Rich, fudgy Hot Fudge Brownie Bread packed with chocolate chips and finished with a smooth, homemade hot fudge topping. This easy chocolate loaf is perfect for dessert, afternoon coffee, or satisfying a serious chocolate craving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 19 minutes
Servings: 10 Slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Brownie Bread
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • For the Hot Fudge Topping
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Batter
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
  3. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and buttermilk.
  6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently stir until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  8. Bake the Brownie Bread
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  10. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  11. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack.
  12. Make the Hot Fudge Topping
  13. Add the chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter to a small saucepan over low heat.
  14. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
  15. Remove from the heat and stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla.
  16. Allow the fudge topping to cool for a couple of minutes until slightly thickened.
  17. Pour the warm fudge topping over the brownie bread.
  18. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Don't overbake: A few moist crumbs on the toothpick are ideal for a fudgy texture.
  • Allow the loaf to cool before slicing for cleaner pieces.
  • For an extra-indulgent dessert, warm individual slices for 10–15 seconds and serve with vanilla ice cream.
  • Add ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.