Description
This Double Chocolate Peppermint Bread is a rich, moist, and festive treat that perfectly blends deep chocolate flavor with refreshing peppermint. Ideal as a cozy dessert, holiday snack, or sweet breakfast idea, this easy recipe delivers a soft crumb with bursts of chocolate chips and crunchy peppermint. Whether you’re looking for easy dessert ideas, quick baking recipes, or comforting food ideas, this chocolate peppermint loaf is a must-try for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. Mix eggs, sugars, milk, oil, vanilla, and peppermint extract until smooth.
4. Combine dry and wet ingredients gently.
5. Fold in chocolate chips and peppermint candies.
6. Pour into pan and top with extra peppermint.
7. Bake for 50–60 minutes until done.
8. Cool before slicing.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread soft and tender.
Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.
Let the bread cool completely before slicing to maintain structure.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: chocolate peppermint bread, easy dessert, holiday baking, sweet bread recipe