Chocolate Banana Bread

 Chocolate Banana Bread 
This Chocolate Banana Bread is a delightful twist on the classic banana bread, featuring rich cocoa powder and chocolate chips for an indulgent treat. It’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert!

 Ingredients
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp (6g) baking soda
1/2 tsp (2g) baking powder
1/2 tsp (3g) salt
3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
3 or 4 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ¼ cup or 300g puree)
4 oz (120g) semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
 Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven

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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Step 4: Add the Bananas and Vanilla

Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks until evenly distributed.

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Step 6: Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Step 7: Cool and Serve

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and enjoy your delicious Chocolate Banana Bread!
This bread is fantastic on its own, but you can also serve it warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for extra indulgence! Enjoy!