Name: Sourdough Chocolate Loaf
Ingredients: ¾ cup active starter; 1½ cups all-purpose flour; ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder; ½ cup sugar; 2 eggs; ¼ cup melted butter; ½ cup whole milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Cocoa and sourdough share a natural affinity, both are fermented products with complex, slightly bitter flavor profiles. The starter’s acidity deepens the chocolate color and amplifies the richness rather than competing with it.

A rich cocoa sourdough loaf that proves sourdough isn't just for artisan bread.

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients

¾ cup active starter
1½ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup sugar
2 eggs
¼ cup melted butter
½ cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup dark chocolate chips optional

Method

Combine starter, flour, cocoa, sugar, eggs, butter, milk, vanilla, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chips if using.
Pour into a buttered loaf pan.
Bake at 350F (175C) for 50-60 minutes.