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Guilt-Free Chocolate Banana Bread

A delightful and healthier twist on classic banana bread, this chocolate banana bread combines cocoa and ripe bananas, creating a guilt-free treat perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Make sure they are super ripe for maximum sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Feel free to substitute depending on your taste preference.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour Can be substituted with almond or gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder Can be replaced with pumpkin spice for a different flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Optional; can be substituted with nuts or dried fruit.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in the applesauce, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mix into the banana mixture and stir gently until just combined.
  6. If you're feeling indulgent, fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

Store leftovers wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or foil in an airtight container; stays fresh for about three days. For longer storage, slice and freeze each piece with parchment paper between to prevent sticking.

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