Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread, where ripe bananas meet the deep essence of espresso and decadent chocolate. This moist, tender loaf not only fills your kitchen with a delightful aroma but also elevates your snacking experience to new heights. Perfect as a breakfast treat or an afternoon pick-me-up, this recipe is bound to become a favorite that you’ll want to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth, then mix in granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and espresso powder until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg