Are you ready to transform ordinary bananas into a mind-blowing, decadent bread that'll have everyone begging for your recipe? This Chocolate Banana Nut Bread isn't just another boring banana bread - it's a moist, chocolatey, nutty slice of heaven that combines the rich sweetness of ripe bananas with luxurious chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or that midnight craving, this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 75 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your Chocolate Banana Nut Bread will bake evenly and rise properly.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Make sure there are no large lumps left, as this will help the bananas blend well into the batter.
- Stir in the 1/3 cup of melted butter into the mashed bananas until fully combined. The butter should be warm but not hot, to avoid cooking the egg in the next step.
- Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda and a pinch of salt to the banana mixture. Stir well to ensure that the baking soda is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Mix in 3/4 cup of sugar, followed by 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add 1 cup of all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, folding it in gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Prepare a 9x5 inch loaf pan by greasing it lightly with butter or non-stick cooking spray. This will help the bread to come out easily after baking.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
- After the bread has cooled, slice it and enjoy your delicious Chocolate Banana Nut Bread! It can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
Tips
- Always use overripe bananas - the darker and spottier, the better! They'll provide maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Don't overmix your batter; mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender.
- For extra richness, use room temperature ingredients, especially the egg.
- Check your bread's doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling and help flavors develop.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness.
- For an extra indulgent twist, consider adding a drizzle of melted chocolate on top after cooling!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 285kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
