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Chocolate Marble Bread

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Chocolate Marble Bread is a moist, tender loaf combining rich chocolate and buttery vanilla batters swirled together for a visually stunning and flavorful treat. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an elegant snack.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices)
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp hot water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with milk, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide batter into two bowls. In one, mix cocoa powder with hot water and stir into the batter to create the chocolate portion.
  7. Spoon vanilla and chocolate batters alternately into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Swirl gently with a knife to create a marbled effect.
  9. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Don’t over-swirl to keep a distinct marble pattern.
  • Chocolate chips or espresso powder can deepen flavor.
  • Orange zest adds a fresh twist to the vanilla batter.
  • Use a gluten-free 1:1 flour blend if needed.
  • Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze slices individually.

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