Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of chocolate chips and a hint of lemon-lime soda with this delightful Chocolate Chip Pop Bread. Perfect for a sweet treat any time of day!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite or 7UP)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
Additional:
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar. Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, soda, and sour cream until well combined.
- Blend Batter: Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until mixed. Gently fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
- Bake: Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before slicing.
Notes
- For a lighter crumb, use soda straight from a freshly opened bottle.
- Experiment with different soda flavors like cream soda or orange soda for a unique twist.
- Store leftovers tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
