Description
This Chocolate Peppermint Bread is the perfect holiday treat, combining rich cocoa and dark chocolate chips with a refreshing hint of peppermint. Topped with a creamy peppermint frosting and sprinkled with crushed candy canes, this festive loaf is both decadent and delightful. Whether served with a cold glass of milk or enjoyed on its own, this sweet and indulgent bread is sure to bring a touch of holiday magic to your dessert table. Ideal for winter gatherings or as a cozy treat on a chilly evening, it’s a must-try for chocolate and peppermint lovers alike!
Ingredients
For the bread:
1 stick butter, softened
⅓ cup white sugar
⅔ cup brown sugar
3 eggs
¼ tsp peppermint extract
1 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
⅔ cup cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp espresso powder
¾ cup milk (whole or 2%)
½ cup dark chocolate chips
Pinch of salt
For the frosting:
2 cups powdered sugar
4 tbsp milk (whole or 2%)
¼ tsp peppermint extract
1 tbsp Greek yogurt
3 tbsp crushed candy canes
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Add room-temperature butter, brown sugar, and white sugar to a mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until creamed together.
Mix in the baking soda, baking powder, espresso powder, salt, and cocoa powder until well blended.
Beat in the eggs and peppermint extract.
Gradually alternate adding the flour and milk, mixing between each addition until the batter is smooth. (Add about ½ cup of flour at a time.)
Fold in dark chocolate chips with a rubber spatula.
Pour the batter into a parchment-lined or greased loaf pan.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. It may look done, but make sure the center is not gooey.
While the bread bakes, make the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together powdered sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
Let the bread cool completely before frosting. Spread the frosting evenly on top, then sprinkle with crushed candy cane pieces.
Slice, serve, and enjoy! This is delicious with a cold glass of milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350