Mocha Dessert Bread
A rich mocha-flavored bread with chocolate chips and pecans, perfect for coffee lovers and ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack with a hint of orange.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sifted flour ⓘ
- 2 teaspoons baking powder ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon ⓘ
- 1 cup sour cream ⓘ
- 1/2 cup white sugar ⓘ
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk ⓘ
- 2 eggs ⓘ
- 1/4 cup softened butter ⓘ
- 3 teaspoons instant coffee ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon orange extract ⓘ
- 2 teaspoons water ⓘ
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans ⓘ
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips ⓘ
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, stir together coffee, orange extract, and water until coffee is dissolved.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, white sugar, brown sugar, milk, and eggs.
- Add the coffee mixture to the wet ingredients and beat well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and softened butter, mixing until well blended.
- Stir in chopped pecans and mini chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter version, consider substituting Greek yogurt for sour cream. If you want a deeper flavor, try using dark brown sugar instead of light brown. To enhance the coffee flavor, use a stronger instant coffee. Make sure not to overmix the batter; this helps keep the bread tender. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
Serving Suggestions
Serve slices of this mocha dessert bread warm or at room temperature, perhaps with a dollop of whipped cream on top. It pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy afternoon treat. For a special touch, consider serving it alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert or as a sweet brunch option.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover mocha dessert bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. To keep it fresh for longer, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or enjoy it cold as a delightful snack.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Mocha Dessert Bread contains roughly 3939 calories, with 41g protein, 503g carbohydrates, and 207g fat. It is an excellent source of calcium (138% of the Daily Value), protein (82% of the Daily Value), and iron (62% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 3000mg per serving (130% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use regular coffee instead of instant coffee?
While instant coffee is recommended for its convenience and quick dissolve, you can use brewed coffee. Just make sure to reduce the amount of liquid in the recipe slightly to maintain the right batter consistency.
What can I substitute for pecans?
If you have nut allergies or simply prefer a different flavor, walnuts or almonds would work well as substitutes. You could also omit the nuts entirely for a nut-free version.
How can I tell when the bread is done baking?
To check if the bread is fully baked, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean or with a few crumbs attached, it’s done. If there’s wet batter on the toothpick, continue baking for a few more minutes.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).