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Clara Whitley

Chocolate Walnut Banana Bread

A luscious banana bread filled with gooey chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 egg, beaten Can replace with flaxseed meal for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts Optional for crunch; can be omitted for a nut-free version.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until well-blended but slightly chunky.
  3. Mix in the melted butter until combined.
  4. Add brown sugar and mix well until the mixture thickens slightly.
  5. Incorporate the beaten egg and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  6. Sprinkle in the baking soda and salt, mixing until well combined.
  7. Gently fold in the flour, being careful not to overmix; combine until flour disappears.
  8. Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts until evenly distributed.
  9. Pour the batter into a loaf pan and spread evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g

Notes

For serving, enjoy with butter, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can add a teaspoon of cinnamon for added flavor or drizzle peanut butter over the loaf for a twist. For a shorter prep time, consider using a food processor.

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