Dive into the decadent world of chocolate sourdough, where rich cocoa meets tangy, chewy bread in a perfect union of flavors!

Looking to jazz up your sourdough game with a chocolate twist? You’ve just stumbled upon the golden ticket! This isn’t your grandmother’s sourdough—this is rich, decadent, and irresistibly chocolatey. Get ready for a wild ride through a loaf that marries the tang of sourdough with the luscious allure of chocolate. Clear steps, simple ingredients, and a touch of fun are all baked in, so buckle up and let’s get doughy!

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Chocolate Sourdough Delight

If regular sourdough feels like a distant cousin, let’s make this chocolate sourdough your new best friend. It’s moist, tangy, and rich in chocolatey goodness, making your taste buds dance the cha-cha. You’ll wonder where this bread has been all your life.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Rest Time: 12-16 hours
Cuisine: Fusion
Cooking Method: Baking

Ingredients

1 cup active sourdough starter
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Cooking Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and water. Mix until there are no dry bits of flour.
Add salt and knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. It’s like a stretchy yoga pose for the dough!
Fold in the chocolate chips. Make sure they’re evenly distributed, nobody likes a chipless bite!
Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rest at room temperature for 12-16 hours. The dough should double in size and bubbles will appear, like a magic trick.
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a Dutch oven or a heavy oven-safe pot with a lid in the oven as it heats.
Carefully transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round loaf. Use those sculpting skills!
Place the shaped dough on parchment paper. Using a sharp knife, score the top with a few deep slashes. Artistic flair welcome.
Remove the preheated Dutch oven from the oven. Carefully lift the parchment with the dough and place it inside the Dutch oven.
Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Then remove the lid and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the crust is beautifully browned.
Remove from oven and let it cool on a wire rack. Resist the urge to dig in immediately. It’s worth the wait!

Suggestions

For a nuttier twist, toss in some chopped hazelnuts or walnuts along with the chocolate chips.
Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar before serving for that extra ‘wow’ factor.
If you don’t have a Dutch oven, use a heavy baking sheet and cover your dough with a heatproof bowl.
Feeling adventurous? Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dough for a surprising kick.

Chocolate Sourdough Delight

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

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