Raspberry Dark Chocolate Banana Bread
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors with our Raspberry Dark Chocolate Banana Bread! This moist and fluffy loaf blends ripe bananas, rich dark chocolate chunks, and tangy raspberries, creating a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. Not only is it quick to prepare, but it also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma as it bakes. Ideal for sharing at family gatherings or enjoying a cozy afternoon snack, this recipe is both delicious and easy enough for bakers of any skill level. Make sure to whip up a batch to savor throughout the week!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 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 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 your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the sugar and butter until blended. Add eggs one by one, then mix in mashed bananas, yogurt, and vanilla.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until just mixed. Gently fold in dark chocolate chunks and raspberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg