Now that’s a name that promises something incredible! “Hot Fudge Brownie Bread” sounds like the love child of a rich, fudgy brownie and a moist, comforting quick bread. It’s essentially a decadent, sliceable brownie baked in a loaf pan.
Here’s a recipe to bring this delicious hybrid to life.
Hot Fudge Brownie Bread
This recipe creates an ultra-moist, dense, and intensely chocolatey loaf with a beautiful crackly top, swirled with a warm, gooey fudge sauce.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 50-65 minutes
Cool Time: 30+ minutes (the hardest part!)
Servings: 1 glorious loaf (about 10 slices)
Ingredients
For the Brownie Bread:
· 1/2 cup (1 stick / 113g) unsalted butter, melted
· 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
· 2 large eggs, at room temperature
· 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
· 1/2 cup (42g) unsweetened cocoa powder (natural, not Dutch-processed)
· 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
· 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
· 1/4 teaspoon salt
· 1/2 cup (85g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Hot Fudge Swirl & Topping:
· 1/2 cup (85g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
· 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream or full-fat canned coconut milk
· 2 tablespoons light corn syrup (or honey/maple syrup) – for shine and gooeyness
· A pinch of salt
· Flaky sea salt for sprinkling (optional, but highly recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×4 or 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the two long sides for easy removal.
- Make the Brownie Batter:
· In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and sugar together until combined.
· Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk vigorously for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth, shiny, and slightly paler in color.
· Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt. Use a spatula to fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
· Fold in the 1/2 cup of chocolate chips. - Make the Hot Fudge Sauce:
· In a small, microwave-safe bowl, combine the 1/2 cup chocolate chips, heavy cream, and corn syrup.
· Heat in 20-second bursts, stirring well between each, until the mixture is smooth and glossy. (You can also do this in a small saucepan over low heat). Stir in the pinch of salt. - Assemble the Loaf:
· Pour about two-thirds of the brownie batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
· Drizzle about half of the hot fudge sauce over the batter.
· Carefully spoon and spread the remaining brownie batter over the fudge layer.
· Finally, drizzle the remaining hot fudge sauce over the top. Use a knife or toothpick to gently swirl the fudge into the top layer of batter, creating a marbled effect. - Bake:
· Bake for 50-65 minutes. The key is to look for a set top with a shiny, crackly surface. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs attached, but not wet batter.
· Tip: If the top is browning too quickly, tent it loosely with aluminum foil for the last 15 minutes of baking. - Cool and Serve (The Hardest Part!):
· Let the bread cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes. This allows it to set.
· Using the parchment paper overhang, carefully lift the bread out of the pan and onto the rack to cool completely. It will be very tender when warm.
· For the ultimate “Hot Fudge” experience, serve it slightly warm. Sprinkle with a little flaky sea salt to make the chocolate flavor pop!
Tips for Success & Variations
· Don’t Overbake: This is the #1 rule for a fudgy texture. It’s better to be slightly underdone than overdone.
· Room Temperature Eggs: This is crucial for helping the sugar and butter emulsify properly, leading to that crackly top.
· Quality Cocoa: Since cocoa is a star ingredient, use a good quality one you love the taste of.
· Add-Ins: Feel free to fold in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts, pecans, or even a swirl of peanut butter along with the chocolate chips.
· Serving Suggestion: Take it over the top by serving a warm slice with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and an extra drizzle of the hot fudge sauce (you might want to make a double batch of the sauce!).
This Hot Fudge Brownie Bread is the perfect treat for when you can’t decide between a brownie and a slice of cake. Enjoy every decadent bite