Description
Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of this Chocolate Banana Bread—a delightful way to transform overripe bananas into a bakery-worthy treat. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this recipe is both simple and satisfying, promising moistness and flavor that lasts for days. With minimal prep time and comforting taste, it’s an ideal choice for cozy family gatherings or brunch with friends. Each slice is packed with decadent chocolate flavor balanced by the natural sweetness of ripe bananas.
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 packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and grease it lightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in melted butter and applesauce until combined.
- Mix in brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; small lumps are fine.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg