Description
Bobby Flay’s Espresso Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of rich coffee flavor and sweet ripe bananas, making it a must-try for any baking enthusiast. This moist and tender banana bread is infused with espresso powder and sprinkled with semi-sweet chocolate, elevating it from a simple snack to a gourmet treat. Whether you enjoy it warm for breakfast, as a midday snack, or paired with coffee for dessert, this recipe is sure to impress. With its easy-to-follow instructions and minimal prep time, you can whip up this delicious loaf in no time.
Ingredients
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- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 ripe bananas
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (grated)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in the espresso powder until well combined.
- In a mixing bowl, mash three ripe bananas until smooth.
- Combine the melted butter mixture with the mashed bananas.
- Add both sugars and mix until combined.
- Stir in the beaten egg until fully integrated.
- Add flour, baking soda, and salt; mix just until combined.
- Fold in grated chocolate gently.
- Grease or line your loaf pan and pour in the batter.
- Bake at 375°F for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (68g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg