Description

This rich and moist Chocolate Amish Friendship Bread is a delightful twist on the traditional Amish Friendship Bread, incorporating cocoa powder and chocolate chips for a decadent chocolate flavor. Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying as a comforting dessert or snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup Amish Friendship Bread starter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Optional: chopped nuts, cinnamon sugar, or chocolate glaze

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after baking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the Amish Friendship Bread starter, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the dry ingredients are well incorporated and there are no lumps.
Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the vegetable oil, milk, lightly beaten eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix gently until everything is just combined – be careful not to overmix as this can make the bread dense.
Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter. If desired, you can also add optional chopped nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar here.
Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly so it bakes uniformly.
Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a skewer into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove it and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Optional: drizzle with chocolate glaze for extra indulgence.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture.
Use a toothpick or skewer to test doneness at the 50-minute mark to prevent overbaking.
Optional toppings like chopped nuts or a cinnamon sugar sprinkle add extra flavor and texture.
Store leftover bread wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
This bread can be frozen for longer storage; thaw before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chocolate Amish Friendship Bread, Amish Friendship Bread, chocolate bread, chocolate loaf, quick bread, chocolate dessert bread, homemade bread