Easy Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe
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Description
This easy chocolate banana bread recipe is the perfect way to use up ripe bananas, and it's a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth. The bread is moist, rich, and chocolatey, with just the right amount of banana flavor. It's a great snack or breakfast option, and it's sure to become a family favorite.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is about 15 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is about 50-60 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Loaf pan
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the mashed bananas.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week.
- If you don't have semisweet chocolate chips, you can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips instead.
- If you want to make this bread even more chocolatey, you can add an extra 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the recipe.
Nutrition Info
- Serving size: 1 slice (1/12th of the loaf)
- Calories: 240
- Total fat: 11g
- Saturated fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 190mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 19g
- Protein: 4g
Recipes FAQ
Can I use a different type of flour?
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour or a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.Can I use a different type of sugar?
Yes, you can use brown sugar or coconut sugar instead of white sugar.Can I leave out the chocolate chips?
Yes, you can leave out the chocolate chips if you prefer.Recipe Tips
- Make sure your bananas are ripe and soft for best results.
- Don't overmix the batter, or the bread may become dense and tough.
- If the bread is browning too quickly on top, you can cover it with foil for the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
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