Dessert

Cherry Chocolate Delight Bread Recipe

ByClara Bennett October 11, 2025October 11, 2025

Introduction

Cherry Chocolate Delight Bread is a luscious treat combining rich cocoa, sweet cherries, and melty chocolate chips. This moist and flavorful loaf is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a satisfying snack anytime you crave something chocolatey with a fruity twist.

A rectangular loaf cake sliced into two pieces sits on a wooden board with cherries scattered around it. The cake has two main layers: the inside, which is a light brown color speckled with bright red cherries and small dark chocolate chips, and the outside, topped with smooth, glossy milk chocolate ganache drizzled over the top and sides with extra chocolate chips embedded in the ganache. The texture of the cake looks soft and moist, with the cherries standing out for their rich red tone against the light crumb. The background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3: In another bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
Step 4: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the cherries and chocolate chips.
Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Tips & Variations

Use frozen cherries if fresh are out of season; just thaw and drain excess liquid before adding.
For added texture, sprinkle chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans into the batter along with the chocolate chips.
Swap milk for almond or oat milk to make a dairy-free version.
Try using dark or white chocolate chips for different flavor profiles.

Storage

Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap it tightly and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Reheat slices gently in the microwave for about 10 seconds to enjoy warm.

How to Serve

The image shows a loaf cake with two thick slices cut in front. The cake has three main layers inside: a light brown base full of dark red cherries and small dark chocolate chips, a middle layer with smooth milk chocolate frosting, and the top layer covered with milk chocolate drizzle and scattered dark chocolate chips. The cake rests on a light wooden board, with bright red cherries placed around it. The background surface is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh cherries instead of frozen?

Yes, fresh cherries work great. Make sure they are pitted and chopped before adding. If they are very juicy, pat them dry to avoid making the batter too wet.

Is it possible to make this bread gluten-free?

Yes, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend made for baking. Be sure it contains xanthan gum or add it separately to maintain the bread’s texture.