Description
Indulge in the rich and moist goodness of Chocolate Banana Bread, a delightful fusion of ripe bananas and cocoa that transforms overripe fruit into a bakery-style loaf. This easy recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, promising a fudgy texture and sweet flavor that will keep you coming back for more. Whether enjoyed plain or with toppings like nut butter or fresh fruit, every slice offers a delicious experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups mashed)
- 1/4 cup salted butter (melted)
- 1/3 cup applesauce
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Mix in melted butter and applesauce until combined.
- Stir in brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan evenly.
- Bake for 50 minutes to an hour or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg