Imagine sinking your teeth into a slice of heaven that combines the rich, decadent flavor of chocolate with the sweet, comforting essence of ripe bananas and warm spices. This isn't just another banana bread recipe - it's a transformative culinary experience that will revolutionize your baking game! Whether you're a novice baker or a seasoned pro, our Spiced Chocolate Banana Bread promises to deliver a mouthwatering treat that's guaranteed to impress family, friends, and even your most discerning food critics.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 75 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Make sure there are no large lumps remaining.
- Add the 1/3 cup melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients: 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg. Whisk them together until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- After cooling, carefully remove the banana bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve your delicious spiced chocolate banana bread warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Tips
- Use overripe bananas: The darker and spottier the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
- Don't overmix the batter: Stir just until ingredients are combined to ensure a tender, moist texture.
- Check doneness with the toothpick test: A clean toothpick means your bread is perfectly baked.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- For extra indulgence, consider adding chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer preservation.
- Serve slightly warm with a pat of butter for an extra luxurious experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
