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Espresso Banana Bread

Moist Espresso Banana Bread for a Cozy Treat at Home

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This Espresso Banana Bread elevates classic banana bread with a rich coffee flavor, perfect for cozy moments.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons espresso powder or instant coffee
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with whole wheat
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda check freshness
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt
  • 3 medium ripe bananas look for brown spots
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar or reduce for less sweetness
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 large egg or substitute with flaxseed
  • 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks or dark chocolate
For the Coffee Butter
  • 0.25 cup softened butter for spreading
  • 2 tablespoons caster sugar or granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch cinnamon or other spices
  • 1 pinch kosher salt to balance sweetness

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it.
  2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat and whisk in espresso powder.
  3. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth with a few lumps.
  4. Combine the melted butter and espresso mixture with the mashed bananas.
  5. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar; mix until well combined.
  6. Incorporate the egg, mixing until fully combined.
  7. Sift in the flour, baking soda, and kosher salt, and fold gently to combine.
  8. Fold in the chocolate chunks carefully.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  10. Bake for about 40-50 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  11. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  12. Prepare the coffee butter by mixing softened butter, caster sugar, espresso powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  13. Slice the cooled banana bread and spread coffee butter on warm slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store bread at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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