Raspberry Dark Chocolate Banana Bread
Raspberry Dark Chocolate Banana Bread is an irresistible treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with rich dark chocolate and tart raspberries. This moist loaf is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. With its unique flavor profile, it elevates traditional banana bread to new heights. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, this recipe will impress your family and friends. Enjoy it warm with butter in the morning or as a decadent dessert topped with ice cream. Plus, it freezes beautifully—make a double batch for those unexpected cravings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
- ⅓ cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips
- 1 cup halved raspberries (tossed in flour)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a separate bowl, beat sugar and butter until blended. Add eggs one at a time, followed by mashed banana, yogurt, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in dark chocolate chunks and raspberries gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg