How to Make the Ultimate Hot Fudge Brownie Bread at Home

If you’re craving the ultimate chocolate indulgence, hot fudge brownie bread is about to become your new obsession. Imagine the rich, gooey texture of a brownie fused with the comforting softness of freshly baked bread—topped with a luscious swirl of hot fudge. Ready to sink your teeth into this decadent delight? Keep reading for the mouthwatering details.

Description

Imagine the rich decadence of a warm fudge brownie colliding with the comforting sliceability of a tender chocolate loaf. That is exactly what hot fudge brownie bread delivers—a luscious hybrid dessert that feels both nostalgic and luxurious. Each bite offers a dense brownie-like crumb, rippled with glossy swirls of hot fudge that add pockets of molten delight. It smells like a cozy bakery on a chilly afternoon, and its deep chocolate flavor lingers like the best kind of memory.

This dessert is everything you love about brownies—fudgy center, chewy edges, bittersweet chocolate depth—baked into a loaf that is sliceable, giftable, and perfect for sharing. Warm it up and serve it with ice cream for a show-stopping treat, or enjoy a slice straight from the fridge like a chocolate lover’s energy boost. It is the kind of recipe that turns casual gatherings into celebrations and weeknights into indulgent moments.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Hot fudge brownie bread comes together in one bowl with pantry staples, yet the result tastes like a bakery masterpiece. It is an ideal make-ahead dessert that only gets better as it rests. The texture is rich but not overly heavy, with the glossy hot fudge ribbons providing bursts of indulgence in every slice.

This recipe is easily adaptable for add-ins like walnuts or espresso powder, and it freezes beautifully for last-minute treats. Whether you need a crowd-pleasing dessert, a thoughtful homemade gift, or something sweet for your own midnight craving, this bread has you covered.

Serving and Storage Tips

To serve, slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature. For an extra decadent choice, warm individual slices in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds and top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Store the bread tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week. You can freeze the whole loaf or individual slices by wrapping them tightly in aluminum foil and placing in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. To serve from frozen, thaw at room temperature or warm gently in the oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 15 minutes.

Course, Cuisine

Dessert, American

Servings, Prep Time, Cook Time, Total Time, Serving Size

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup hot fudge sauce plus extra for garnish

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Rubber spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 9 by 5 inch loaf pan
• Parchment paper
• Nonstick cooking spray
• Wire cooling rack

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease your loaf pan with nonstick spray and line it with parchment paper. This makes lifting the bread out a breeze once it has cooled.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. This helps ensure even distribution of the leavening and salt before adding the wet ingredients.
3. Add wet ingredients: Pour in the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and vegetable oil. Stir until everything is smooth and glossy. The batter will be thick and spoonable, more like brownie batter than cake batter. That means you are on the right track.
4. Swirl in hot fudge: Add 1 cup of hot fudge sauce and gently fold it into the batter using a rubber spatula. Try not to overmix—you want ribbons of fudge running through.
5. Prepare for baking: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Gently tap the pan on the counter to remove any air pockets.
6. Top with more fudge: Warm another 2 to 3 tablespoons of hot fudge just until pourable. Drizzle it over the top and use a knife to create a few elegant swirls. This creates a gooey, crackly top that is pure magic.
7. Bake: Place the loaf in the center of your preheated oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter. Be careful not to overbake—brownie bread should stay soft and fudgy in the middle.
8. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then lift it out using the parchment paper. Set it on a wire rack and let it finish cooling completely before slicing.

Nutrition Per Serving

Recipe Notes

For a nuttier texture, fold in up to 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans before baking. To deepen the chocolate flavor, add 1 teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients. Make sure the hot fudge is pourable and slightly warmed before mixing for easy swirling.

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Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

Hot Fudge Brownie Bread is a luscious hybrid dessert combining the rich decadence of a warm fudge brownie with the sliceability of a tender chocolate loaf. Enjoy dense, brownie-like crumb with glossy swirls of molten hot fudge in every bite. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or indulging, it is a bakery-quality treat made easily at home.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 10

Calories 390 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup hot fudge sauce plus extra for garnish

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly spray a 9x5 inch loaf pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
• Add melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and vegetable oil to the bowl. Mix until a thick, smooth batter forms.
• Pour in the hot fudge sauce and fold it in gently, leaving some swirls intact for a marbled effect.
• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
• Warm an additional 2 to 3 tablespoons of hot fudge and drizzle over the top of the batter. Use a knife to gently swirl it into the top layer.
• Bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs attached. Do not overbake.
• Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift out using the parchment paper and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 4gFat: 23gSodium: 280mgFiber: 3gSugar: 31g

Keyword chocolate bread, American, brownie loaf, fudge dessert, easy chocolate recipe

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