Description
Indulgent chocolate pecan bread brings Southern comfort to your kitchen, blending rich cocoa with toasted nutty crunch. Warm slices offer a delightful balance of sweet and earthy flavors you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) sugar
- 2 eggs
Leavening Agents:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and preparing a 9×5 inch loaf pan with grease and flour coating.
- Sift together all dry ingredients including flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until the mixture becomes light and airy with a fluffy texture.
- Incorporate eggs into the butter mixture one at a time, ensuring each is fully blended before adding the next, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk to create a smooth, consistent batter.
- Gently fold chopped pecans into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean when the bread is fully cooked.
- Allow the bread to rest in the pan for 10 minutes to set the structure.
- Remove the bread from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps maintain its texture and prevents soggy bottom.
Notes
- Toasting pecans before adding to the batter enhances their nutty flavor and provides a delightful crunch.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer, more intense chocolate taste that elevates the entire bread.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to maintain the bread’s tender texture.
- Room temperature ingredients ensure smoother mixing and a more consistent final texture, especially for butter and eggs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg