Description

This Chocolate Chip Bread is a moist and delicious quick bread that combines the comforting flavors of chocolate chips and a tender crumb. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert, this easy-to-make loaf uses simple pantry staples and bakes to golden perfection with melty chocolate throughout.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup white granulated sugar (or light brown sugar)
2 cups all purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 large egg
1 cup milk (vitamin D, whole, 2% or almond)
⅓ cup vegetable oil

Add-ins

1½ cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk chocolate or dark chocolate)

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 1-pound loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. Alternatively, you can line it with parchment paper if preferred.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well mixed. Set this dry mixture aside for now.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl or using a stand mixer, beat together the egg, milk, and vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, gently stirring just until the batter is moist and combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in 1¼ cups of the chocolate chips to the batter, reserving ¼ cup for topping the loaf.
Fill and Top Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, filling it about two-thirds full to allow room for rising. Sprinkle the reserved ¼ cup of chocolate chips evenly on top.
Bake: Place the loaf pan in the center of the preheated oven. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing. This resting time helps the bread set up for easier slicing.

Notes

You can substitute the loaf pan with a muffin tin, but adjust baking time accordingly (approx. 20-25 minutes).
Use any type of milk you prefer including dairy-free alternatives like almond milk.
Light brown sugar adds a subtle caramel flavor compared to white sugar.
Do not overmix the batter to ensure a tender crumb texture.
For added texture, consider adding chopped nuts along with the chocolate chips.
Store leftover bread covered at room temperature for 2-3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Breads
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: chocolate chip bread, quick bread, chocolate chip loaf, easy bread recipe, chocolate chip baking