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Chocolate Banana Bread

A delicious, protein-packed banana bread perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack that's guilt-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The more spots, the sweeter.
  • 2 pieces eggs Free-range for better taste.
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil A quick alternative to butter.
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Maple syrup is fancier, but honey is basic.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Always Bon Maman.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup wholewheat flour Hearty, prevents falling apart.
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder Unsweetened, avoid overpriced brands.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Essential for a fluffy loaf.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Double-check this to avoid confusion.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
Add-ins
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips or nuts Opt for dark chocolate for a healthier choice.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan or line it with baking paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs, melted coconut oil, honey, and vanilla extract into the bowl with the mashed bananas. Mix until well blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Slowly stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then fold in your chocolate chips or nuts.
  6. Pour the mixture into your prepared loaf pan and pop it into the oven.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes. Check for doneness by aroma and texture.
  2. If the top is burning, cover it loosely with foil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g

Notes

This keeps well for up to a week. Perfect with nut butter or ricotta. Enjoy it straight off the cutting board!
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