"Having a bunch of leftover candy canes after the holidays inspired me to use them up by adding them to a chocolate bread. Coffee and cocoa intensify the flavor. —Shelly Platten, Amherst, Wisconsin..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/4 cup butter, softened
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1-2/3 cups packed brown sugar
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4 large egg whites
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2 large Eggland's Best eggs
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3/4 cup strong brewed coffee
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1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
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1/4 cup canola oil
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
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3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup baking cocoa
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1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1-1/2 cups buttermilk
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1 cup (6 ounces) miniature semisweet chocolate chips
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TOPPING:
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2 ounces white baking chocolate, melted
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3 tablespoons crushed candy canes