Chocolate Marbled Banana Bread
Ingredients:
- 1 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate, melted
Instructions:
1. Let’s kick things off by preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C). It’s time to prep our 9x5-inch loaf pan; grease it up and line it with parchment paper so our bread slides out effortlessly when it’s done baking!
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This dry mix is the backbone of our delicious bread, so give it a good whisk!
3. Now, let’s move to the wet ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar, and whisk until they’re best friends. Then, add in that wonderful egg and a splash of vanilla extract. Mix it all together until it’s smooth and creamy. Next, fold in the mashed bananas until everything is well combined.
4. Time to introduce the dry ingredients to the wet ones! Gradually add the flour mixture into the banana batter. Stir gently until just combined—don’t overmix, or our bread will lose its charm!
5. Now for the fun part: Let’s make it marbled! Pour half of the batter into a separate bowl and fold in the melted dark chocolate. This chocolatey goodness is going to make our bread extra special!
6. Grab that prepared loaf pan and alternate spooning dollops of the plain banana batter and the chocolate batter into it. Then, take a knife or skewer and swirl the batters together to create a beautiful marbled effect.
7. Bake it in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes. Keep an eye on it—the bread is ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean! When it’s done, let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Enjoy your delightful Chocolate Marbled Banana Bread with a warm slice, maybe with a little butter or even a drizzle of chocolate if you’re feeling indulgent. It's a treat that's sure to put a smile on your face!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Baking Time: 50-60 minutes | Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes | Servings: About 1 loaf
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