High Protein, No Refined Sugar Sourdough Discard Fudgy Chocolate Bread 🍫🍞

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I love a gooey, moist, chocolatey dessert, but usually they come with a high sugar and calorie count. I was AMAZED when I first made this recipe for high protein, no refined sugar sourdough discard chocolate bread (and have since tweaked it to perfection) at how healthy it was while still tasting decadent, fudgy, and sweet!

Author: The Honey Buckle

Prep Time: 2 hours, 10 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 3 hours

Nutrition Information (per slice - makes 10 slices): 200 calories 8g protein 5.5g fat 36g carbs

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

• 1 cup sourdough starter (165g)

• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (60g)

• 1 scoop (30g) chocolate protein powder (preferably vegan - I love this organic one)

• 1/2 cup cocoa powder (58g)

• 3/4 tsp salt

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  

Wet Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup 2% greek yogurt (140g)

• 1/3 cup honey (113g)

• 2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener

• 2 eggs

• 2 tsp vanilla

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed (250g)

• 1/4 cup brewed coffee
  

For the Chocolate Glaze:

• 50g Greek yogurt

• 15g honey

• 2 tsp cocoa powder

• 1 tbsp milk
  

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 8.5x4.5 or 9x5 inch loaf pan, a cast iron pan works great.

2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, honey, monk fruit sweetener, eggs, and vanilla. Add the cocoa powder, mashed bananas, salt, sourdough starter, and flour. Mix until combined.

3. Add brewed coffee: Pour in the brewed coffee and let the batter sit for 2 hours to allow the sourdough to ferment.

4. Add dry ingredients: After fermenting, add the baking powder, baking soda, and chocolate chips to the batter.

5. Bake: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 45-55 minutes. For a gooier bread, check for doneness at 45 minutes.

6. Prepare the glaze: While the bread is baking, mix together the Greek yogurt, honey, cocoa powder, and milk until smooth.

7. Cool and glaze: Pour the chocolate glaze over the bread while warm, and then allow it to cool fully before cutting into it (I know, it's very hard to wait!)

Final Thoughts

This high protein, fudgy chocolate bread is the perfect dessert for those who crave something sweet and indulgent without all the refined sugar. The sourdough discard adds a delightful depth of flavor, while the Greek yogurt keeps it moist and nutritious. Whether you're looking to satisfy a chocolate craving or impress your friends with a healthier dessert, this recipe has got you covered. Enjoy! 🍫🎉