Description
Indulge in the irresistible blend of moist banana bread and rich chocolate with this Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread recipe. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting snack, this visually stunning loaf boasts a soft, tender crumb and a mesmerizing marble effect that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well.
- Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to the banana mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter into two bowls. In one bowl, mix in cocoa powder and milk until well combined.
- Spoon alternate dollops of banana and chocolate batter into the prepared loaf pan. Swirl with a knife for the marbled effect.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra rich flavor, add a handful of chocolate chips to the chocolate batter. If you prefer a nuttier texture, sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg