Marbled Chocolate Tea Bread

Indulge in the perfect blend of elegance and flavor with this Marbled Chocolate Tea Bread, a delightful treat that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Combining a tender vanilla base with rich swirls of chocolate, this recipe creates a moist, buttery loaf that's perfect for enjoying with your favorite cup of tea or coffee. The secret to its marbled perfection lies in carefully swirling the cocoa-enhanced batter with the classic vanilla batter, creating a charming pattern in every slice. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple bake, this tea bread is an ideal choice for brunches, afternoon tea, or even as a thoughtful homemade gift. It’s deliciously versatile on its own or paired with a spread of butter, cream cheese, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons Hot water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the unsweetened cocoa powder and hot water to make a smooth paste.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. Mix the cocoa paste into one of the bowls to create the chocolate batter.

Step 8

Spoon the plain and chocolate batters alternately into the prepared loaf pan to create a layered effect. Using a butter knife, gently swirl the batters together to create a marbled pattern. Do not overmix.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the tea bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve as is, or with a spread of butter or cream cheese for an extra indulgent treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	894.3 grams (894.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2782

Total Fat 115.70g	148%
Saturated Fat 68.40g	342%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 652mg	217%
Sodium 1495mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 404.10g	147%
Dietary Fiber 10.40g	37%
Total Sugars 210.20g
Protein 45.90g	92%

Vitamin D 161IU	803%
Calcium 356mg	27%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 868mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 56.9%