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Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread

Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread
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Indulge in a slice of Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread, a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and aromatic espresso that elevates the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. This easy-to-make quick bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack any time of day. With its moist texture and decadent flavor, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Whether you enjoy it fresh from the oven or warmed up later, this banana bread brings comfort with every bite. Embrace the joy of baking and treat your loved ones to this delicious creation!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp espresso powder
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs (room temp)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup ripe bananas (mashed)
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with olive oil.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder.
  3. In another bowl, mix olive oil, sugars, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and mashed bananas until smooth.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Dust chocolate chips with flour and gently fold them into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and top with thin banana slices and a sprinkle of sugar.
  7. Bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool for about 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.

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