Best 5 Chocolate Nut Bread Recipes

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Are you craving a sweet and nutty treat? Look no further! Embark on a culinary adventure with our chocolate nut bread recipe, which blends the richness of chocolate and the crunch of nuts into a delightful symphony of flavors. This scrumptious bread promises to tantalize your taste buds and make your kitchen smell like a heavenly bakery. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and get ready to create a masterpiece that will be the star of any occasion.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA NUT BREAD



Chocolate Chip Banana Nut Bread image

A recipe (originally by Ann Tremont) my mother put in a cookbook that I have modified quite a bit. Every time I bring this to work, everyone wants a piece (and there's not enough to go around).

Provided by Sidewinder314

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 loaf, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sugar
2/3 cup diced walnuts
2/3 cup mini chocolate chip
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large ripened bananas
1/2 cup butter
2 whole eggs

Steps:

  • Hand mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, walnuts, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract in mixing bowl until chocolate chips and walnuts are evenly spread out throughout mixture.
  • In another bowl, mash bananas and add to the main mixing bowl.
  • Soften the butter (I microwave for 20 seconds) and add to the main mixing bowl.
  • Add two whole eggs to main mixing bowl.
  • Mix all ingredients together by hand until it has a batter-like consistency.
  • Pour into greased loaf pan.
  • Let mixture set for at least 20 minutes before baking (Preheat the oven to 325°F).
  • Bake at 325°F for 65 minutes (may take longer depending on the oven and altitude).
  • When finished baking, it is best to let it set overnight before serving.
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  • An optional recipe: Instead of the chocolate chips, use 1 1/2 tsp of cinnamon to make Cinnamon Banana Nut Bread.

FESTIVE RUM RAISIN CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA NUT BREAD



Festive Rum Raisin Chocolate Chip Banana Nut Bread image

A festive banana bread with rum soaked raisins, chocolate chips and walnuts. Easy to make and delicious.

Provided by Anita Hoffman

Categories     Other Breads

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 c raisins
3 Tbsp rum
1-1/2 c flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c sugar
2 very ripe mashed bananas
1/4 c melted butter
1 egg, beaten
2 Tbsp milk
1/2 c chocolate chips
1/4 c walnuts

Steps:

  • 1. Combine rum and raisins. Let stand 15 minutes; drain and reserve liquid.
  • 2. Cool melted butter to room temperature.
  • 3. Combine dry ingredients; set aside.
  • 4. Combine sugar, bananas, butter, egg and milk; beat well. Gradually beat in flour mixture.
  • 5. Stir in raisins, chocolate chips and nuts.
  • 6. Bake at 350 degrees in a greased and floured loaf pan for 45 to 50 minutes. Poke holes in top of bread with a toothpick. Brush with reserved liquid.

EASY BANANA BREAD - CHOCOLATE NUT



Easy Banana Bread - Chocolate Nut image

A fairly easy banana bread that uses a the creaming method for a lighter texture. Not cake-like, but not as dense as some quick breads.

Provided by Steve_G

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 3 loaves, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups sugar (500 gms)
1 cup butter, softened (228 gms)
4 large eggs (200 gms)
3 cups mashed ripe bananas (660 gms, approximately 6)
1 cup whole milk (236 gms)
2 teaspoons vanilla
5 cups flour (700 gms)
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
1 -2 cup chopped walnuts (120-240 gms) (optional)
1 (12 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips (340 gms) (optional)

Steps:

  • Move your oven rack so that the top of the loaf will be in the center of the oven. Heat the oven to 350ºF. Grease three loaf pans with with shortening. Line with parchement if desired.
  • Cream sugar and butter in a large bowl unitl light and fluffy.
  • Stir in eggs until blended.
  • Add bananas, milk, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
  • Mix remaining dry ingredients in ziplock bag and gently combine with banana mix. Stir in nuts and/or chocolate.
  • Divide into 3 pans (about 1000 gms per pan). Bake for 1 ¼ hours (until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean).
  • Cool 5 minutes on wire rack still in pan. Then remove from pan and place top side up. Cool completely before slicing. Wrap tightly and store a room temperature for 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.

CHERRY NUT CHOCOLATE CHIP BREAD



Cherry Nut Chocolate Chip Bread image

An easy to make, delicious bread that tastes like cake. A great bread for Christmas.

Provided by Anita Hoffman

Categories     Sweet Breads

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 c butter, softened
3/4 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1 c buttermilk
2 eggs
1 tsp almond or vanilla extract
2 c flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c dried cherries
1/2 c miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 c chopped almonds or pecans or walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • 1. Put butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 3-4 minutes.
  • 2. Stir in buttermilk, eggs and almond or vanilla extract; mix well.
  • 3. Combine dry ingredients. Add to the buttermilk mixture; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened.
  • 4. Stir in cherries, chocolate chips and nuts.
  • 5. Grease and flour bottom only of 9 X 5 inch loaf pan. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • 6. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 55-65 minutes.
  • 7. Let cool in pan on wire rack 10 minutes and remove from pan. Cool.
  • 8. Wrap and store in refrigerator.
  • 9. To toast nuts: Spread nuts in an ungreased pan. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until brown.

BANANA NUT CHOCOLATE CHIP BREAD



Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Bread image

A delicious, moist, easy to make banana bread with chocolate chips and nuts.

Provided by Anita Hoffman

Categories     Sweet Breads

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 c butter
3/4 c sugar
1 egg
1 c mashed banana
2 c flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c buttermilk
1/2 c chocolate chips
1 c chopped nuts

Steps:

  • 1. Cream butter and sugar. Mix in egg and banana.
  • 2. Stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nuts, and chocolate chips.
  • 3. Add flour mixture to the creamed mixture, alternately with the buttermilk. Stir until just blended.
  • 4. Bake at 350 degrees in a greased and floured loaf pan for 60 minutes. Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove from pan and continue to cool on wire rack.

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest nuts possible. Fresh nuts will have a more intense flavor and will be less likely to be rancid.
  • Roast your nuts before using them. Roasting nuts enhances their flavor and makes them more fragrant.
  • Use a variety of nuts. This will give your bread a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the bread tough.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

Chocolate nut bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its rich chocolate flavor and crunchy nuts, this bread is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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