Raspberry Dark Chocolate Banana Bread
Discover the delicious combination of sweet and tart in this Raspberry Dark Chocolate Banana Bread. This delightful twist on the classic banana bread features ripe bananas, juicy raspberries, and rich dark chocolate, making it an irresistible treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With a moist texture and an explosion of flavors, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. You’ll love the warm aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes, inviting everyone to enjoy a slice straight from the oven. Best of all, this versatile recipe can be customized with various fruits or nuts to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: About 10 servings 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 (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups mashed ripe banana (about 3 bananas)
- â…“ 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 your oven to 350°F and lightly spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat together sugar and butter until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, followed by mashed banana, yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in dark chocolate chunks and raspberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg