TRIPLE CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD

RECIPE :

Triple Chocolate Banana Bread is a heavenly combination of moist banana bread and rich, decadent chocolate. Whether you’re making it to satisfy your chocoholic cravings or to share with family and friends, this bread promises a luxurious and indulgent dessert experience. Gather your ingredients, follow the straightforward steps, and indulge in the taste of Triple Chocolate Banana Bread as you savor the fusion of ripe bananas and rich chocolate.

Triple Chocolate Banana Bread

“Triple Chocolate Banana Bread is a delectable twist on classic banana bread that takes it to a whole new level of chocolaty indulgence.”

INGREDIENTS:

• 1½ cups flour
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ cup butter
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 4 small bananas, mashed (approx. 1⅓ cups)
• ½ cup chocolate chips

INSTRUCTIONS:

For the Chocolate Chip Banana Bread:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder. Set this mixture aside.
3. In another large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture becomes fluffy and well combined.
4. Stir in the eggs and mashed ripe bananas, ensuring everything is thoroughly incorporated.
5. Add the banana mixture and the cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips to the dry ingredients (the flour mixture). Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Once done, remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. After that, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Chocolate Topping:

1. In a saucepan, heat the half-and-half (or cream) and brown sugar over medium heat until the brown sugar has dissolved and small bubbles start to form around the edges.
2. Stir in the vanilla extract and the butter, allowing them to melt. Then turn off the heat.
3. Add the 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips to the mixture, but do not stir. Let them sit for 2-3 minutes to soften.
4. After allowing the chocolate chips to sit, whisk them until smooth. Let the mixture cool completely.
5. Once the chocolate topping is cool, drizzle it generously over the cooled banana bread.