Ingredients
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Before we dive into the baking process, let’s gather our ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need for this Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until blended.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder, then add to the wet mixture.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Can substitute chocolate chips with nuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian