Description
Chocolate Chili Bread is a delightful twist on the classic bread recipe, featuring cocoa powder and chili powder as key ingredients. The cocoa provides a subtle richness and depth of flavor, while the chili adds a surprising heat that kicks up the flavor profile. Together, these ingredients create a balanced, bold, and comforting bread that is perfect for a variety of occasions. Whether you pair it with sweet butter or dip it into a hearty soup, it’s sure to surprise and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
3 cups (375 g) bread flour (or all-purpose)
â…“ cup (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar
2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½–1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste; use ancho or cayenne for heat)
1 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
1 ¼ cups (300 ml) warm water (110°F / 45°C)
3 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Mix-Ins
½ cup dark chocolate chunks or chips
¼ cup chopped toasted nuts (almonds, pecans, hazelnuts)
Instructions
1. Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and brown sugar.
Sprinkle yeast over top, stir lightly, and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, chili powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Add yeast mixture, oil, and vanilla. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead on a floured surface (or in a mixer with dough hook) for 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
If using, knead in chocolate chunks and nuts at the end.
3. First Rise
Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours, until doubled.
4. Shape & Second Rise
Punch dough down and shape into a round or loaf.
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet (or in a loaf tin).
Cover and rise another 30–45 minutes.
5. Bake
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake 30–35 minutes, until loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Cool at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
A bold fusion of rich cocoa and a hint of chili heat, this bread delivers a perfect balance of sweet and spicy. Enjoy it warm with a touch of butter or alongside coffee for an unexpected twist on classic chocolate loaf.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread / Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: Moderate
Keywords: Spicy Chocolate Bread, Cocoa Chili Bread, Chocolate Chili Loaf