Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and sweet, ripe bananas with this Chocolate Marble Banana Bread. Each moist slice offers a perfect balance of flavors, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed warm with butter or as a quick breakfast, this recipe is not just about baking; it’s about creating memorable moments with loved ones. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s sure to earn rave reviews at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until no lumps remain.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture while folding gently to maintain fluffiness.
- Fold in the mashed bananas carefully.
- Divide half of the batter into another bowl and mix in additional cocoa powder for marbling.
- Layer both batters alternately in a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg