Try Easy Chocolate Banana Bread and Treat Your Taste Buds!
Don't forget to try making Easy Chocolate Banana Bread at home – it's a delicious and indulgent treat that's perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, rich chocolate flavor, and ripe banana sweetness, this bread is sure to become a favorite. See the full recipe below!
Ingredients:
* 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
* 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
* 2 large eggs
* 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
* 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
* 1 teaspoon baking powder
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1 cup (120g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
* 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, and softened butter. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add this mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Stir in the chocolate chips and walnuts (if using).
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 70-75 minutes
Variations to Try:
* Nutella Variation: Add 1/4 cup (30g) of Nutella to the batter for an extra chocolatey kick.
* Peanut Butter Variation: Replace the walnuts with 1/2 cup (60g) of chopped peanuts and add 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter to the batter.
* Cinnamon Variation: Add 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the batter for a warm, spicy flavor.
* Vegan Variation: Replace the eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon ground flax + 3 tablespoons water) and use vegan chocolate chips.
* Gluten-Free Variation: Replace the all-purpose flour with 1 1/2 cups (190g) of gluten-free flour blend and add 1 teaspoon of xanthan gum.
Give Easy Chocolate Banana Bread a try and enjoy the delicious combination of rich chocolate and sweet banana!