Easy Double Chocolate Sourdough Bread
Easy Double Chocolate Sourdough Bread is a delightful indulgence that marries the rich flavors of chocolate with the unique texture of sourdough. This beginner-friendly recipe produces a soft, fluffy loaf studded with gooey chocolate chips that melt beautifully as it bakes. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack, this bread not only impresses but also caters to those seeking healthier sweet options due to its minimal added sugar. With its stunning presentation and versatility, it’s an ideal treat for gatherings or quiet evenings at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 40 grams cocoa powder
- 500 grams white bread flour
- 8 grams salt
- 50 grams sourdough starter (fed and bubbly)
- 375 grams water
- 50 grams brown sugar
- 120 grams chocolate chips
Instructions
- Feed your sourdough starter 4–8 hours before starting.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients, then add sourdough starter, water, and brown sugar. Mix until combined.
- Shape the dough into a ball and let it rest for one hour.
- Incorporate chocolate chips and perform three sets of stretch and folds every thirty minutes.
- Cover and ferment overnight until doubled in size (7-12 hours).
- Shape the dough and place it in a banneton or bowl for cold fermentation (1–3 hours).
- Preheat your oven to 425°F, score the top of the loaf, and bake in a Dutch oven for a total of 45–50 minutes.
- Cool for at least an hour before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg