Chocolate Chip Bread

Chocolate Chip Bread is a delightful treat that combines the soft, tender texture of a quick bread with the indulgent sweetness of chocolate chips. This versatile bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, offering just the right amount of sweetness to satisfy your cravings without being overly rich. With a golden-brown crust and a soft, moist interior dotted with melty chocolate chips, each slice is pure comfort food. Whether enjoyed on its own, with a smear of butter, or toasted for extra warmth, Chocolate Chip Bread is an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a household favorite.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Fold in the Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts, if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Chocolate Chip Bread is a simple yet indulgent baked good that’s perfect for any time of day. Whether you’re enjoying it fresh out of the oven or as a quick grab-and-go snack, this bread is sure to delight with every bite.