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Chocolate Peppermint Bread

Chocolate Peppermint Bread – Rich, Minty & Holiday-Bakery Delicious!
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A deliciously festive bread combining rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors, perfect for holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies (for topping)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (for icing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  3. Whisk together dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, buttermilk, and peppermint extract.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  6. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
  7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  10. Transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Mix powdered sugar with enough milk to reach drizzle consistency for icing.
  12. Drizzle icing over cooled bread and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.

Notes

  • For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the peppermint extract.
  • Ensure the bread is completely cooled before icing.
  • This bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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