Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
Preparation Time: 2 hours (including baking time)
Cooking Time: 45-55 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mix the bananas, chocolate chips, melted butter, milk, and eggs.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a delicious dessert.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 350-400 (depending on additional toppings)
Fat: 12-18g
Carbohydrates: 50-60g
Protein: 6-8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich chocolate flavor combined with the natural sweetness of bananas.
- Bread pudding is a comforting and satisfying dessert.
- Can be served warm or cold, depending on preference.
User Comments:
- "This is a great dessert! The chocolate and banana combination is amazing."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, and it tastes even better than some of the desserts at fancy restaurants."
- "The bread pudding is moist and delicious, especially with the addition of vanilla ice cream."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of chocolate chips based on personal preference.
- For an extra touch, you can sprinkle some sea salt on top of the bread pudding before baking to enhance the chocolate flavor.