Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread
Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread is a decadent treat that marries the rich flavors of chocolate and espresso with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. This moist and tender loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion. With gooey chocolate chunks and a delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (medium-sized)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp espresso powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in eggs and vegetable oil until well combined. Stir in sugar and espresso powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually fold this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 44mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider substituting half of the chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruit. - Adjust the espresso powder based on your preference for coffee flavor intensity.