Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

 This rich, fudgy loaf combines two beloved desserts into one irresistible quick bread. It has the deep chocolate flavor of brownies with a layer of warm hot fudge on top—perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself).

Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake time: 55–65 minutes
Cooling time: 1 hour
Servings: 8–10 slices
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 1 box (about 18 oz) brownie mix

• 2 jars (12 oz each) hot fudge sauce, divided

• 3 large eggs

• ⅓ cup canola oil

• Baking spray (for greasing)

Instructions

1. Preheat and prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan generously with baking spray.

2. Make the batter
In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, one jar of hot fudge sauce, eggs, and oil. Stir until just combined and no dry streaks remain.

3. Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

4. Cool
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

5. Add the topping
While the loaf cools, warm the second jar of hot fudge sauce according to package instructions (usually a short time in the microwave or a warm water bath). Pour the warm fudge over the cooled loaf, spreading it evenly across the top. Allow the fudge to set before slicing.

6. Serve
Slice and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Extra fudgy: Swirl a few spoonfuls of the second jar of fudge into the batter before baking, then pour the remaining over the top after cooling.

• Add texture: Fold in ½ cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips before baking.

• Make it a sundae: Serve slices warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and an extra drizzle of fudge.

• Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. The loaf also freezes well for up to 3 months.

Nutrition (per slice, approximate):
Calories: 183 | Carbs: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 146mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g