Best 2 Cherry Chocolate Loaf Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Cherry Chocolate Loaf, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable loaf cake combines the tartness of cherries and the richness of chocolate, creating a harmonious balance that will leave you craving more.

Our recipe collection offers two irresistible variations of this classic treat: the Classic Cherry Chocolate Loaf and the Gluten-Free Cherry Chocolate Loaf. Both recipes are meticulously crafted to ensure a moist, fluffy texture and a burst of cherry-chocolate flavor in every bite. Whether you prefer a traditional or gluten-free option, we have you covered.

The Classic Cherry Chocolate Loaf is a timeless recipe that showcases the perfect union of sweet and tangy flavors. Fresh cherries and luscious chocolate chips are folded into a tender crumb, resulting in a loaf cake that is both decadent and satisfying.

For those with gluten sensitivities, our Gluten-Free Cherry Chocolate Loaf offers a delightful alternative without compromising on taste or texture. This recipe utilizes a blend of gluten-free flours to create a light and airy loaf that is every bit as delicious as its classic counterpart.

Both recipes are generously studded with juicy cherries and rich chocolate chips, ensuring an explosion of flavor in every slice. Whether you enjoy it as a sweet breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or a dessert to impress your guests, our Cherry Chocolate Loaf is sure to become a beloved favorite. So, preheat your oven and let's embark on this delightful baking adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHERRY-CHOCOLATE LOAF

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I am very proud of my banana bread recipe, which is why I adapted it into this amazing cherry-chocolate loaf. While cherries really aren't anything like bananas, this really did work out extremely well--this loaf is a delicious option for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Fruit Bread Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 teaspoon unsalted butter
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
¼ cup plain yogurt
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups pitted cherries
½ cup dark chocolate chunks
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup powdered sugar
3 teaspoons milk, or more as needed

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x4-inch loaf pan with 1 teaspoon butter and reserve.
Whisk flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda together in a bowl.
Cream 1/2 cup butter and sugar together in another bowl with a spatula or an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time with a whisk or an electric mixer, fully blending in the first egg before adding the next. Stir in yogurt and vanilla extract.
Chop pitted cherries coarsely with a knife, or by pulsing on and off a few times in a food processor. Add to the wet ingredients along with the chocolate chunks and chopped walnuts. Stir briefly to combine. Batter may look curdled, but don't worry.
Pour in the flour mixture and mix with a spatula until all the flour has disappeared. Transfer batter into the prepared loaf pan, making sure to smooth the top evenly and fill in the corners. Tap pan on the counter to release any air pockets.
Bake in the preheated oven until nicely browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Let bread rest in the pan for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack.
While bread is resting, combine powdered sugar and milk in a bowl for icing, adding more milk as needed to reach a thin, runny consistency.
Brush icing over loaf, allowing to drip down the sides. Let cool completely before slicing and serving, about 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 52.6 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 272.3 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

CHOCOLATE-CHERRY LOAF

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Make and share this Chocolate-Cherry Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories Quick Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 (10 ounce) bags frozen pitted cherries, thawed, 1 bag drained and coarsely chopped
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
3 large eggs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350°F Grease a 5-by-9-inch loaf pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt and baking soda.
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole cherries and the sugar. Using a potato masher, crush the cherries. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool. Whisk in the sour cream and eggs. Stir in the flour mixture.
Fold the chopped cherries into the batter. Gradually stir in the butter. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, then bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 55 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a rack to cool completely.

Tips:

To achieve the best texture and flavor, use high-quality chocolate and fresh cherries.
If you don't have a loaf pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking pan.
To prevent the loaf from sticking to the pan, grease and flour the pan before pouring in the batter.
Bake the loaf until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
Let the loaf cool completely before frosting it.

Conclusion:

The cherry chocolate loaf is a moist and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its rich chocolate flavor and sweet cherries, this loaf is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.