Description

Indulge in this decadent Hot Fudge Brownie Bread, a rich and moist loaf filled with chocolate chips and swirled with luscious hot fudge sauce. Perfect for an indulgent dessert or a sweet snack, this brownie bread combines the deep chocolate flavor of classic brownies with the soft, sliceable texture of bread. It’s easy to make and sure to satisfy any chocolate craving with its gooey, fudgy center and irresistible chocolate swirls.

Ingredients

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For the Brownie Bread:

1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Hot Fudge Swirl:

½ cup hot fudge sauce (store-bought or homemade)
¼ cup heavy cream

Instructions

Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bread after baking.
Make the Brownie Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until well combined. Sift the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder into the mixture, then gently stir until the batter just comes together. Finally, fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips for added richness.
Create the Hot Fudge Swirl: In a small bowl, combine the hot fudge sauce with heavy cream and mix until smooth and pourable. If the mixture is too thick, warm it slightly in the microwave for about 10 seconds to loosen it.
Assemble the Loaf: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared loaf pan. Drizzle half of the hot fudge mixture evenly over the batter, then use a knife to swirl it in for a marbled effect. Add the remaining brownie batter on top and repeat by drizzling the rest of the fudge sauce over the batter, swirling again gently.
Bake to Perfection: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Avoid overbaking to maintain the fudgy texture. Once baked, let the loaf cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve & Enjoy: Slice the brownie bread while it’s still warm to enjoy a gooey, fudgy experience. For extra indulgence, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of chocolate sauce, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Notes

For a peanut butter twist, add ¼ cup of creamy peanut butter to the hot fudge mixture before swirling.
Enhance the flavor by stirring in 1 teaspoon of instant espresso powder into the batter for a mocha note.
Add ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter for crunch and texture.
Drizzle warm salted caramel sauce over the baked loaf for a sweet and salty contrast.
Substitute half of the semi-sweet chocolate chips with white chocolate chips for a fun flavor variation.
Store brownie bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Freeze wrapped tightly for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature or microwave slices briefly.
Reheat slices in the microwave for 20-30 seconds for a warm, melty treat.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: brownie bread, hot fudge, chocolate swirl, chocolate chips, baked dessert, fudge swirl loaf, chocolate loaf, indulgent dessert