Dark Chocolate Tea Loaf
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This dark chocolate tea loaf is one of my favorite quick breads to make when I'm craving something indulgent but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. The magic happens when you brew strong black tea and let it mingle with dark chocolate chips, creating this wonderfully moist crumb with subtle depth. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little virtuous enjoying a slice with your morning coffee. The whole thing comes together in under an hour from start to finish, making it perfect for weekend baking or when unexpected guests drop by. Topped with crunchy almonds, it's simple enough for a beginner baker but impressive enough to share.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 15 gbaking powder
- 10 gsalt
- 150 gdark chocolate chips
- 40 mlblack tea
- 100 mlmilk
- 2eggs
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 50 gbrown sugar
- 50 gchopped almonds
- 100 gunsalted butter
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Tip: Ensure oven racks are positioned for even baking.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Tip: Maintain a clean workspace.
- 3
In a separate bowl, combine dark chocolate chips, black tea, and milk. Heat in a microwave-safe bowl for 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth.
Tip: Be cautious when handling hot bowls.
- 4
In another bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Avoid overmixing.
- 5
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until combined.
Tip: Do not overmix.
- 6
Fold in the chocolate-tea mixture and chopped almonds.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid deflating the batter.
- 7
Pour the batter into a greased 20cm x 10cm loaf tin.
Tip: Smooth the top for an even bake.
- 8
In a separate bowl, mix together oats and unsalted butter until crumbly.
Tip: Avoid overmixing.
- 9
Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the loaf.
Tip: Ensure an even coating.
- 10
Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Check frequently to avoid overcooking.
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