Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread
Indulge in the rich flavors of Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread, a delightful twist on the classic recipe that combines chocolate and espresso with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. This moist and decadent bread is perfect for any occasion, whether as a comforting snack or a delicious dessert to share with family and friends. With gooey chocolate chips and a hint of espresso, every slice offers a warm hug for your taste buds. Easy to make and irresistibly tasty, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp espresso powder
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder.
- In another bowl, combine olive oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and mashed bananas; mix until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in dusted chocolate chips and transfer batter to the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg