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Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread

Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread

Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with this Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread. It combines the rich taste of dark chocolate and espresso, perfectly complemented by the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert at gatherings, this moist and decadent bread is sure to satisfy any craving. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, you can enjoy a comforting slice in no time. This recipe yields 12 servings, making it perfect for sharing with friends and family!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 12 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp espresso powder
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs (room temp)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup ripe bananas (mashed)
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder.
  3. In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: olive oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and mashed bananas.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips dusted with flour to prevent sinking.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and garnish with extra chocolate chips and banana slices.
  7. Bake for approximately 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor. For added richness, consider mixing in nuts or using a blend of different chocolate chips. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to maintain its structure.