GLAZED CHOCOLATE TEA BREAD

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From Carver, Massachusetts, Dorothy Bateman reveals, "Applesauce is the secret ingredient that makes this cake-like loaf so moist. It's a success whenever I serve it."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup applesauce
1/3 cup shortening
2 large eggs
1/3 cup water
1-1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine applesauce, shortening, eggs, water and sugar; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Combine dry ingredients; add to applesauce mixture. Beat on low for 30 seconds. Beat on high for 2-1/2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts. Pour into a greased and floured 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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I tried this recipe and it was a hit! The chocolate glaze was the star of the show.


Luthando Princess
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This recipe is a keeper! Perfect for chocolate lovers like me.


Shopner Rani
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The glaze was a bit too thick for my taste, but the bread itself was still very good.


Samia Fathy
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I've never had chocolate bread before, but this was a great introduction! Will definitely be making this again.


Zayn_ Raj
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I added a little bit of cinnamon to the batter and it gave the bread an extra kick of flavor. Highly recommend!


Jose Correa
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was simple to follow and the results were impressive!


Toxx Synn
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This was the easiest bread recipe I've ever tried. Turned out great and tasted even better!


Mian husnain Husnain
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Excellent recipe! The bread was moist and the glaze was decadent. Will definitely make this again.


Natalie Naidoo
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I've made this bread several times now because it's just so good. My friends and family always ask for seconds.


Dorah
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OMG. Chocolate lovers, you must try this bread! So moist and flavorful. The glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


judd gallagher
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This chocolate glaze was beyond delicious! The tea flavor was subtle but present in each bite. I couldn't stop eating it! Thanks for sharing this recipe.