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Chocolate Banana Bread

Chocolate Banana Bread
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Indulge in the rich, fudgy delight of this Chocolate Banana Bread, a perfect treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with decadent cocoa, this moist loaf is sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings. With straightforward preparation steps, even beginner bakers will feel confident whipping up this delectable bread. Enjoy it plain, topped with nut butter, or accompanied by fresh fruits for an elevated experience. This recipe is also a fantastic way to use up overripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste, making it not only delicious but resourceful too!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups mashed)
  • 1/4 cup salted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
  • 1/3 cup applesauce or cooking oil
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and grease it lightly.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Mix in melted butter and applesauce or oil until well combined.
  4. Stir in brown sugar, then add the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula; be careful not to overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for about 50 minutes to 1 hour and check for doneness with a toothpick— it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
  8. Let cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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