Description
Delight in the sweet and comforting flavors of this Chocolate Chip Pop Bread, a moist quick bread studded generously with semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast or as a dessert, this loaf combines a tender crumb with bursts of melty chocolate, making it an irresistible treat for any time of day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
Additions
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender bread texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture to ensure even incorporation, then add the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Incorporate Sour Cream and Milk: Stir in the sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt) and milk until the batter is smooth and consistent.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing that can toughen the bread.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter to distribute evenly throughout the loaf.
- Transfer and Top: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula, and sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the surface if using for an appealing finish.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the dry ingredients for a subtle depth.
- This bread freezes beautifully—slice and wrap each piece individually for convenient grab-and-go treats.
- Use sour cream or plain Greek yogurt interchangeably depending on your preference for tanginess and moisture.
