Nutty Chocolate Swirl Banana Bread
Indulge in the irresistible combination of moist banana bread swirled with rich chocolate and crunchy nuts. This delectable treat is the perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 4.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5.
Fold in the chopped nuts, reserving a small portion for topping, and the chocolate chips.
- 6.
Pour half of the batter into the greased loaf pan.
- 7.
Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
- 8.
Drizzle half of the melted chocolate over the batter in the loaf pan.
- 9.
Pour the remaining banana bread batter over the chocolate layer.
- 10.
Drizzle the remaining melted chocolate on top, creating a swirl pattern with a toothpick or skewer.
- 11.
Sprinkle the reserved chopped nuts evenly over the surface.
- 12.
Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 13.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
