Mint Chocolate Fudge Brownie Bread

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## **👩‍🍳 Instructions**

### **1️⃣ Prepare the Bread Batter**
1. Preheat your oven to **350°F (175°C)** and grease a **9×5-inch loaf pan** or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the **flour**, **cocoa powder**, **baking powder**, **baking soda**, and **salt**. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat the **melted butter**, **granulated sugar**, and **brown sugar** together until smooth and creamy.
4. Add the **eggs**, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the **vanilla extract**.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the **milk** and **heavy cream**, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the **mini chocolate chips** and **mint chocolate chips** (or regular chocolate chips and peppermint extract).

### **2️⃣ Bake the Bread**
1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
2. Bake for **55-60 minutes**, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (a few moist crumbs are okay, but it should not be wet).
3. Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about **10 minutes** before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

### **3️⃣ Prepare the Mint Chocolate Fudge Sauce**
1. While the bread is cooling, make the mint chocolate fudge sauce. In a small saucepan, heat the **heavy cream** over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
2. Remove from heat and stir in the **chocolate chips** until smooth and melted.
3. Stir in the **peppermint extract** for that refreshing minty flavor. Let the sauce cool slightly before drizzling over the bread.

### **4️⃣ Drizzle & Serve**
1. Once the bread has cooled completely, drizzle the **mint chocolate fudge sauce** over the top.
2. Slice and serve, enjoying the rich, fudgy texture and minty sweetness.

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## **🍽 Tips & Variations**

✔ **Make it Extra Minty:** For a stronger mint flavor, add a few extra drops of **peppermint extract** to the bread batter or fudge sauce.
✔ **Add a Crunch:** Top the bread with a handful of **crushed peppermint candies** or **crushed Oreos** for an added crunch and a festive look.
✔ **Swap the Milk:** Use **almond milk** or **soy milk** as a dairy-free alternative to make this bread vegan-friendly (though note, you’ll need to swap the butter and heavy cream as well).
✔ **Freeze for Later:** This bread freezes wonderfully! Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil, then store in the freezer for up to **2 months**. Thaw at room temperature or reheat in the microwave for a warm, fudgy treat.

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### **✨ Final Thoughts**

**Mint Chocolate Fudge Brownie Bread** is the perfect dessert for anyone who loves the combination of mint and chocolate. With its fudgy, rich texture and refreshing mint flavor, it’s a decadent treat that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, dessert, or as an afternoon snack, this bread is bound to be a hit with anyone who tries it.

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