Best 6 Dark Chocolate Roasted Cherry Quick Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with Dark Chocolate Roasted Cherry Quick Bread, a delightful treat that tantalizes your taste buds. This moist and tender bread features a rich and decadent dark chocolate batter swirled with roasted cherries, creating a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy notes. The roasted cherries add a burst of juicy sweetness and a delightful chewy texture, while the dark chocolate chips provide a luxurious and indulgent touch. With its irresistibly moist crumb and delightful flavor combination, this quick bread is a perfect companion for your morning coffee or afternoon tea.

Accompanying this main recipe are two additional variations that offer unique twists on the classic. The White Chocolate Cranberry Quick Bread introduces a vibrant burst of cranberries and the creamy sweetness of white chocolate, resulting in a delightful contrast of flavors. The Gluten-Free Dark Chocolate Roasted Cherry Quick Bread caters to those with dietary restrictions, offering the same irresistible taste and texture without compromising on quality. These variations provide options for every palate, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the exquisite flavors of this quick bread.

Let's cook with our recipes!

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

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 QUICK BREAD



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This quick bread tops my list of ways to enjoy chocolate for breakfast! I love the harmony between the smooth chocolate flavor and the tart sweetness of cherries joined together in this moist and slightly dense loaf.

Provided by Dan Langan

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield One 8-inch loaf, enough for 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Nonstick cooking spray
3/4 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/2 cup (45 grams) Dutch-process cocoa powder, plus 1 more teaspoon for coating the cherries
3/4 cup cherry juice (or water)
1 1/4 cups (155 grams) all-purpose flour
1 cup (200 grams) sugar
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
Heaping 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg, at room temperature, beaten
1 large egg white, at room temperature, beaten
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8-by-4-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray and line it with parchment paper.
  • Combine the dried cherries with the 1 teaspoon cocoa powder in a small bowl. Toss to evenly coat and set aside.
  • Microwave the cherry juice in a microwave-safe measuring cup until steaming, about 1 minute. Transfer to a medium bowl, add the 1/2 cup cocoa and whisk until smooth. Set aside while you prepare the dry ingredients.
  • Put the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in another medium bowl and whisk well to combine.
  • Add the oil, egg, egg white and vanilla to the warm cocoa mixture then whisk to combine. Pour into the dry ingredients and stir until incorporated. Pour about 1/3 of the batter into the prepared pan. Stir the cocoa-coated cherries into the remaining batter, then pour that batter into the pan. Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top.
  • Place the loaf pan on a baking sheet and bake on the center rack until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs, 60 to 64 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes then remove the quick bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing with a serrated knife (this will cut through the cherries easily and yield a clean slice).
  • Serve or wrap the cooled loaf in plastic wrap or foil and store on the counter for up to 3 days.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY BREAD



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My friend gave me this recipe 15 years ago and it has been a favorite ever since. We prefer sweet, as opposed to tart, dried cherries. You can also use dried cranberries.

Provided by jullum

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 2h55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup lukewarm milk
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 large egg
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups bread flour, or more as needed
¾ cup chocolate chips
¾ cup dried cherries

Steps:

  • Mix milk and yeast in a small bowl with a fork until frothy, about 5 minutes. Add egg, butter, white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat for 1 to 2 minutes. Add 1 cup flour. Beat for about 5 minutes. Add remaining 2 cups flour; mix until dough comes together.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface. Knead until dough is smooth and feels rubbery, about 10 minutes. Add additional flour if needed. Add chocolate chips and cherries; knead just until incorporated.
  • Cover dough and let rise in a warm, humid area until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Punch down dough gently. Let rest for 10 minutes. Divide dough in half; shape into loaves. Transfer loaves to a greased baking sheet and let rise again, about 1 hour more.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 169 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP CHERRY BREAD



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"Chips, cherries, bananas, pecans...Mom's quick bread is packed full of goodies," notes Terri. "We baked a triple batch for my wedding reception."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup mashed ripe bananas
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine the eggs, bananas and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the chocolate chips, pecans and cherries. , Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

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CHOCOLATE-CHERRY BREAD



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With a prep time of 15 minutes, this easy chocolate-cherry bread will be baking before you know it!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 container (8 oz) sour cream
1/2 cup chopped dried cherries
1/2 cup bittersweet or dark chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 9x5-inch loaf pan with shortening; lightly flour. In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat sugar and butter with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in eggs until well mixed. Beat in almond extract and vanilla. On low speed, alternately add flour mixture with sour cream, beating just until blended after each addition. Stir in cherries and chocolate chips. Spread batter in pan.
  • Bake 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 243 mg

CHERRY CHOCOLATE CHIP BREAD



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Filled with chocolate chips, hazelnuts and maraschino cherries, this heavenly quick bread is a sweet way to end holiday meals. Your guests will love it as an alternative to traditional fruitcake.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1-1/4 cups evaporated milk
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, milk, oil and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the chocolate chips, nuts and cherries. , Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

- Use good quality dark chocolate chips for the best flavor. Semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips will work well. - Be sure to roast the cherries before adding them to the batter. This will enhance their flavor and give them a slightly chewy texture. - Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense bread. - Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. Overbaking will result in a dry bread. - Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the bread to set properly.

Conclusion:

Dark Chocolate Roasted Cherry Quick Bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, tender crumb and sweet-tart cherry flavor, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert or snack, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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