Description
Indulge in a slice of moist Chocolate Banana Bread, where the rich flavors of cocoa powder blend beautifully with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or as a delightful dessert. With its fudgy texture and inviting aroma, it’s sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re trying to use up overripe bananas or simply craving a sweet treat, this Chocolate Banana Bread will quickly become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 3 large ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups mashed)
- 1/4 cup salted butter (melted)
- 1/3 cup applesauce
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and grease it.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in melted butter and applesauce until combined. Mix in brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan evenly.
- Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg