Description
This Chocolate Pecan Bread is a rich and decadent treat, combining the flavors of smooth cocoa and crunchy pecans. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as an afternoon snack, this moist, chocolatey bread is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth with every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from pan and cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
- If you prefer, you can replace the pecans with walnuts or another type of nut.
- For a richer flavor, add a handful of chocolate chips to the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes