Marbled Banana Chocolate Bread Recipe

Dive into this delightful marbled banana chocolate bread, perfect for any occasion. Its blend of flavors and textures makes it an ideal companion for your coffee or tea.

Ingredients:

• 3 bananas
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• ⅓ cup maple syrup
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2.1 oz dark chocolate, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 338°F (170°C).
2. Peel the bananas and place them in a bowl. Mash until smooth.
3. Add the eggs to the banana puree and mix well.
4. Incorporate the maple syrup and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
5. Add in the whole wheat flour and baking powder. Mix until you get a smooth batter.
6. Set aside a portion of the batter in another bowl.
7. Melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals.
8. Mix the melted chocolate with the separated batter portion.
9. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
10. Alternately pour the banana and chocolate mixtures into the pan.
11. Using a skewer or knife, gently swirl the two batters to create a marbled effect.
12. Bake at 320°F (160°C) for 40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean.
13. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 15 minutes. Unmold and slice.

Tips:

• You can use cocoa powder or a chocolate bar that you’ll need to melt beforehand.
• Follow the steps closely to achieve the desired fluffiness.
• Add a hint of ground cinnamon or star anise for an extra flavor and aroma.
• Use ripe bananas, but not overly ripe to avoid a bitter taste.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

These figures are approximate and may vary based on the specific ingredients used.

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fats: 8g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 18g

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