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Ultra-Moist, Easy One-Bowl Chocolate Bread

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Make this ultra-moist chocolate bread in one bowl for a simple, rich, and velvety loaf perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk mixed with 1 teaspoon vinegar)
  • 1/2 cup hot water or hot brewed coffee
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the granulated sugar to the dry ingredients and whisk to combine well.
  4. Add the vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk to the dry mixture. Mix with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Carefully pour the hot water or coffee into the batter and mix gently until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.
  6. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Using hot coffee instead of hot water deepens the chocolate flavor without making the bread taste like coffee.
  • For an extra fudgy texture, you can add a swirl of melted chocolate or Nutella before baking.
  • This quick bread stays moist for several days when stored tightly wrapped at room temperature.

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