Raspberry Dark Chocolate Banana Bread
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Raspberry Dark Chocolate Banana Bread, a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich taste of dark chocolate and tart raspberries. This easy-to-make loaf is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, making it a versatile addition to any meal. The aroma of baking bananas mingling with chocolate and raspberries fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use up those overripe bananas sitting on your counter!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated white sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups mashed ripe banana (about 3 bananas)
- ⅓ cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips
- 1 cup halved raspberries (tossed in flour)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until blended; add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in mashed banana, yogurt, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients; mix just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chunks and raspberries.
- Pour batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg