Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, stir together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry
Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture tender.
Step 5: Add Chocolate Chips
Fold in the chocolate chips evenly, then pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 6: Bake
Place in the oven and bake for 45–50 minutes. When a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, it’s done.
Step 7: Cool and Slice
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Once fully cooled, slice and serve.
