Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe

Indulge in this decadent yet surprisingly healthy Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread! This light and tender loaf features swirls of rich, melted chocolate throughout a moist banana bread base. A low-fat twist on a classic recipe, it's the perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. The secret? Working quickly to preserve the leavening power of the baking soda for a perfectly fluffy texture. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make masterpiece!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 186.6 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread

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How to Make Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mash 3 ripe bananas and add them to the butter-sugar mixture along with 2 large eggs and 1 cup plain yogurt.
  5. Beat until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 6 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  8. Gently fold 1 cup of the batter into the melted chocolate until well combined.
  9. Spoon the chocolate batter and plain batter alternately into the prepared loaf pan.
  10. Swirl the batters together with a knife or toothpick for a marbled effect.
  11. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

17g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread?

Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread?

Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread has approximately 186.6 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread?

The key ingredients for Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread are All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Sugar, Butter, Bananas. See the full list with measurements above.

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