If you’re looking for the perfect holiday treat, this Chocolate Peppermint Bread is it! The rich chocolate combined with the refreshing peppermint creates a flavor that’s so good, you’ll want to make it again and again.
It’s the perfect way to indulge during the holiday season, and it’s sure to be a hit with friends and family.
Why You'll Love This Chocolate Peppermint Bread
💖 Easy to Make - This recipe is straightforward and requires minimal ingredients, making it a convenient option for anyone looking to bake something special without spending too much time in the kitchen.
If you love sweetbreads, I’ve got a couple more you’ll want to try— like Chocolate Zucchini Bread and Cranberry Orange Bread.
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- Why You'll Love This Chocolate Peppermint Bread
- 🛒Ingredients
- 🥣How To Make Chocolate Peppermint Bread
- Variations for Chocolate Peppermint Bread
- 📋Tips
- 👨🍳 Equipment Needed to Make Banana Poppy Seed Cake
- 🍱Storage Instructions
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🛒Ingredients
- Butter - Adds richness and helps make the cookies soft and chewy.
- White sugar & brown sugar - White sugar adds sweetness, while brown sugar keeps the cookies moist and gives a slight caramel flavor.
- Eggs - Helps bind everything together, making the cookies light and fluffy.
- Peppermint extract - Gives a cool, minty flavor that’s perfect for holiday treats.
- All-purpose flour - The main ingredient for structure, helping the cookies keep their shape.
- Cocoa powder - Adds a rich, chocolatey flavor to the cookies.
- Baking powder & baking soda - Helps the cookies rise and stay soft.
- Espresso powder - Brings out the chocolate flavor even more, without tasting like coffee.
- Milk - Adds moisture, making the dough smooth and easier to mix.
- Chocolate Chips - feel free to use dark to semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Salt & powdered sugar - Salt balances out the sweetness, and powdered sugar is used for a smooth, sweet topping.
- Candy canes- Crushed for that festive peppermint crunch on top.
👩🍳 You'll find the complete list of ingredients below the recipe card.
🥣How To Make Chocolate Peppermint Bread
- Prepare Your Loaf Pan - First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan with butter or use a non-stick spray to ensure easy release. This step is crucial to avoid sticking and achieve a perfectly shaped loaf.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients - In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Slowly add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, espresso powder, and salt. This dry ingredients mix will give your bread the right structure and flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Pour in the melted chocolate chips, ensuring everything is well incorporated. Be careful not to overmix; you want the batter to be just combined.
- Bake the Loaf - Pour the bread batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. If the top of the loaf starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with foil after 30 minutes.
- Cool and Top - Once done, allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. While cooling, Beat all the ingredients in a mixing bowl beside the crushed candy canes together until the powdered sugar is thoroughly mixed.
Variations for Chocolate Peppermint Bread
- Mini Loaf Pans - Divide the batter into mini loaf pans for individual servings, perfect for gifting.
- White Chocolate Chips - Swap chocolate chips for white chocolate to add a creamy contrast to the peppermint flavor.
- Almond Extract - Replace peppermint extract with almond extract for a different take on this classic recipe.
📋Tips
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients - This helps the batter come together smoothly and evenly.
- Don't Overmix - Once the dry ingredients are added, mix until just combined to avoid a dense loaf.
- Check Your Oven Temperature - Use an oven thermometer to ensure your oven is at the correct temperature for even baking.
👨🍳 Equipment Needed to Make Banana Poppy Seed Cake
- Mixing bowls
- Cake Pan
- Whisk
- Cooling rack
🍱Storage Instructions
If you find yourself with leftovers, don't worry! Chocolate peppermint bread stores and freezes well. Here's how to keep it fresh:
- 🍱To Store. Wrap in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 3 days. This will help retain moisture and keep the it soft.
- 🥶Freezing. Wrap in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then place it in a freezer-safe bag. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Simply thaw at room temperature before serving.
- 🔥To Reheat. For a warm slice, heat individual pieces in the microwave for about 10 seconds.
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📖Recipe
Chocolate Peppermint Bread
Enjoy the ultimate holiday treat with this ultra-moist Chocolate Peppermint Bread! Rich chocolate flavor meets refreshing peppermint for a festive, bakery-worthy loaf that's perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Bread
- 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder, optional but recommended
- ¾ cup whole or 2% milk
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Pinch of salt
For the Peppermint Frosting
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons whole or 2% milk
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 tablespoons crushed candy canes, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat room-temperature butter with brown and white sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.⅓ cup granulated sugar, ⅔ cup brown sugar
- Mix dry ingredients: Add baking soda, baking powder, espresso powder, salt, and cocoa powder, salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.1 stick unsalted butter, ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon espresso powder, Pinch of salt
- Add eggs and peppermint extract: Beat in the eggs and peppermint extract until fully incorporated.3 large eggs, ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- Alternate flour and milk: Gradually add the flour and milk in batches, about ½ cup of flour at a time, mixing well after each addition. This keeps the batter smooth and lump-free.1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup whole or 2% milk
- Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold in chocolate chips with a rubber spatula.½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Prepare the loaf pan: Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it generously. Pour the batter in evenly.
- Bake the bread: bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The dark color can be deceiving, so check carefully to avoid an underbaked center.2 cups powdered sugar, 4 tablespoons whole or 2% milk, ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract, 3 tablespoons crushed candy canes
- Make the frosting: While the bread cools, beat together the frosting ingredients (except the crushed candy canes) in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Frost and serve: Once the bread has cooled completely, spread the frosting over the top and sprinkle with crushed candy canes for a festive finish.
- Slice and enjoy: Slice the bread, pour yourself a cold glass of milk, and enjoy every chocolatey, peppermint-packed bite!
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