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Irresistible Chocolate Banana Bread

Irresistible Chocolate Banana Bread That's Simply Divine

A moist and delicious way to use overripe bananas, this Irresistible Chocolate Banana Bread is perfect for dessert, breakfast, or a delightful snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cups Dutch process cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 medium brown bananas overripe with brown spots
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter melted
  • 0.33 cups canola oil
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Optional Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cups chopped nuts walnuts or pecans
  • 0.5 cups fresh berries raspberries or blueberries
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon or cayenne
  • 1 tablespoon citrus zest from orange or lemon
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your loaf pan by greasing it lightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and sea salt.
  3. In a medium bowl, mash the bananas and mix in the melted butter, canola oil, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet banana mixture, folding gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure to use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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