CHOCOLATE-CHERRY PECAN BREAD
Here's something special! Based on the method outlined in The New York Times last November, this bread requires very little effort. But you do have to plan ahead-start it the night before, then bake the next day, or start early in the morning for bread in the evening. This recipe was developed using a bread crock, but any appropriately sized heavy, oven-safe, covered pot should work. This recipe comes from the King Arthur site. Times given do not allow for the long rising time.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 1h
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix flours, sugar, salt, yeast, and water in a large bowl.
- Add cherries, chocolate chips, and pecans. Stir well to make a very soft dough, and cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
- Let rest at room temperature overnight, or for at least 12 hours; the dough will be bubbly and puffy.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and fold it onto itself a few times.
- Let it rest 15 minutes, then form it into a ball.
- Place it in a lightly greased bowl, smooth side down. Cover and let rise at room temperature about 2 hours, until a slight indentation remains when poked with a finger.
- During the last 30 minutes of rising, preheat the oven to 450°F and place a bread crock (or a heavy, 4- to 4 1/2-quart oven-safe pot) in the oven while it heats.
- When the dough is risen, remove the crock from the oven, and turn the dough out of the bowl and into the crock; the smooth side will be facing up.
- Shake the crock gently to settle the dough, then cover with the lid and return to the oven.
- Bake the bread for 20 minutes, then remove the lid and continue to bake another 30 to 40 minutes, until the bread is deep brown in color and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers about 205°F.
- Remove the crock from the oven, turn the bread onto a rack, and cool before slicing. Yield: 1 loaf.
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Nicole Pike
[email protected]I love the way this bread smells while it's baking. It fills the whole house with a wonderful chocolatey aroma.
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[email protected]This bread is a must-try for any chocolate lover. It's rich, decadent, and absolutely delicious. I highly recommend it.
Dhurba Gautam
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. This bread is everything I was hoping for and more. It's the perfect combination of chocolate, cherries, and pecans.
Pitie Mugiro
[email protected]This bread is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love that I can use fresh or frozen cherries, depending on what I have on hand.
Woubishet Sitotaw
[email protected]I love the way this bread looks and tastes. It's so festive and perfect for a holiday party. I'm sure my guests will love it.
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[email protected]This bread is so moist and delicious. The chocolate and cherries are a perfect combination, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]I've made this bread several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread for a special occasion, or just for a sweet treat.
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[email protected]This bread is a chocolate lover's dream! The chocolate flavor is rich and decadent, and the cherries and pecans add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I highly recommend this recipe.
Alexis Rogers
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this bread without any problems. It's so easy to follow the recipe, and the results are amazing. I'm so proud of myself for making this delicious bread!
Rosemary Oleary
[email protected]This bread is a winner! It's everything I was hoping for and more. The chocolate and cherries are divine, and the pecans add a nice touch of crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]I love how easy this bread is to make. I can throw it together in just a few minutes, and it always turns out perfectly. It's the perfect treat for a busy weeknight.
Jennifer Bringsplenty
[email protected]This bread is so moist and flavorful. The chocolate and cherries are perfectly balanced, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
Rehan Nadeem
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chocolate bread, but this one is an exception. The cherry pecan filling is what really makes it special. I'll definitely be making this again for my next holiday party.
Rubel R
[email protected]This bread is divine! The chocolate and cherries are a match made in heaven, and the pecans add a touch of elegance. I served it at my last dinner party, and it was a huge success.
Katerina Stadnyk
[email protected]I've made this chocolate cherry pecan bread several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. I love that I can use fresh or frozen cherries, depending on what I have on hand.
Margaret Barbaree
[email protected]My friends and family couldn't get enough of this chocolate cherry pecan bread! It was the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the pecans added a delightful crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.