Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the bananas with a fork to break them down into a pulp.
- Add the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the egg, oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the bread is divided into 8 slices)
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 calories per slice (depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Carbohydrates: 35-45g
- Fat: 12-15g
- Protein: 5-7g
Dish Characteristics:
- This bread is rich in chocolate and banana flavors, making it a popular dessert or breakfast item.
- The texture is soft and moist, with a slightly dense crumb due to the cocoa powder.
- It's easy to make and can be customized with different flavors or additions like chocolate chips or walnuts.
User Comments:
- "This Chocolate Banana Bread is amazing! The chocolate and banana flavors are so rich and delicious."
- "I made this for my family and they loved it! It was so easy to make and was a hit at our dinner table."
- "I added some chocolate chips to this bread and it was even better! A great way to use up ripe bananas."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- For best results, use a good quality cocoa powder.
- This bread can be served warm or at room temperature. It's also great toasted with a spread of butter or jam.
