Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the bananas, eggs, Greek yogurt, and melted butter.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, melt 1/4 cup of dark chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the batter in the pan.
- Top with the remaining batter and swirl the chocolate with a toothpick or knife.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 15g (23%)
- Saturated Fat: 9g (45%)
- Cholesterol: 105mg (35%)
- Sodium: 200mg (8%)
- Total Carbohydrates: 50g (17%)
- Dietary Fiber: 3g (12%)
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 7g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful
- Rich chocolate flavor with a hint of banana
- Swirled with dark chocolate for a decadent look
- Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack
User Comments:
- "This bread is amazing! The chocolate swirl is the perfect surprise." - Jane D.
- "I love how moist and flavorful this bread is. It's a great treat that satisfies my sweet tooth." - Mark S.
- "I've made this bread several times, and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always turns out perfect." - Sarah J.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the bread tough.
- To ensure even baking, rotate the loaf pan halfway through the cooking time.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
