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Mashing ripe bananas for espresso chocolate banana bread

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This espresso chocolate banana bread combines the richness of espresso with the sweetness of ripe bananas and chocolate. It's an easy-to-make loaf perfect for any occasion, whether for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 People
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp espresso powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (12 slices)
  • Category: Dessert, Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian
  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250 per slice (approximately)
  • Sugar: 18g per slice
  • Sodium: 180mg per slice
  • Fat: 12g per slice
  • Saturated Fat: 7g per slice
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g per slice
  • Trans Fat: 0g per slice
  • Cholesterol: 35mg per slice
  • Carbohydrates: 33g per slice
  • Fiber: 2g per slice
  • Protein: 3g per slice

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mash ripe bananas in a large bowl.
  3. Mix the flour, espresso powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the mashed bananas.
  5. Add the eggs, melted butter, and sugar to the banana mixture and stir until combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth out the top.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.
You can substitute the chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruits of your choice.
For an extra coffee boost, increase the amount of espresso powder.