Ingredients:
• For the Dough:
o 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
o 1/2 cup granulated sugar
o 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
o 1 teaspoon salt
o 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
o 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
o 2 large eggs
o 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
o 1/2 cup dried sweet cranberries
• For the Topping:
o 1/4 cup chocolate chips (for sprinkling on top)
o 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
• For the Glaze (optional):
o 1/2 cup powdered sugar
o 2 tablespoons milk
o 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together warm milk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
2. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and dried cranberries.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 6-8 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan (larger than 9x5) or into two smaller loaf pans. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips and nuts on top.
5. Let the dough rise again for about 30 minutes, until it rises above the rim of the pan.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped. Allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
7. For the optional glaze, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread.
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