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Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Banana Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This moist and flavorful Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Banana Bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and real maple syrup with creamy almond butter and rich semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfect as a wholesome breakfast or a satisfying snack, this bread is easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and includes a swirl of almond butter that adds a deliciously nutty twist.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup real maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 overripe brown bananas, mashed (about 1 cup mashed)
  • 1/4 cup coconut or brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup creamy almond butter

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 1/2 to 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan generously and line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the real maple syrup, plain Greek yogurt, egg, vanilla extract, mashed bananas, and coconut or brown sugar. Mix these together until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually beat in the flour, baking soda, and salt into the wet ingredients just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  4. Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Gently stir in 1/2 to 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
  5. Swirl in Almond Butter: Drop teaspoon-sized dollops of creamy almond butter onto the batter and gently swirl them in with a knife or spoon, creating a marbled effect. Optionally, you can sprinkle some extra chocolate chips on top and add a few more teaspoons of almond butter dollops on the surface.
  6. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan on a baking sheet and put it in the preheated oven. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the center is fully set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, tent the bread loosely with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This resting time helps the bread set for clean cuts. Store covered at room temperature for 3 to 5 days.

Notes

  • Make sure bananas are very ripe and brown for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • If you want a nut-free version, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter and omit chocolate chips if needed for allergies.
  • Use parchment paper to ensure easy removal and prevent sticking.
  • Check doneness with a toothpick or cake tester inserted in the center; it should come out mostly clean with maybe a few moist crumbs.
  • Aluminum foil tenting prevents over-browning but should be removed near the end of baking to allow the crust to crisp slightly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/chocolate-chip-almond-butter-banana-bread-recipe/