Banana Bread With Chocolate Chips And Chocolate Glaze
If you're a fan of banana bread and chocolate, then you'll absolutely love this recipe! Not only does it have chunks of chocolate chips throughout the bread, it's also topped off with a delicious chocolate glaze. This bread is perfect for breakfast, as a mid-day snack, or as a dessert after dinner. So without further ado, let's get started on making this delicious treat!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until they are smooth.
3. Add the melted butter, baking soda, and salt to the bowl, stir until well combined.
4. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl, and mix until all ingredients are combined.
5. Add the flour to the bowl, one cup at a time, stirring after each addition. When the flour is fully incorporated, fold in the chocolate chips.
6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. While the bread is baking, prepare the chocolate glaze. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to steam. Then, remove the pan from the heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
8. Once the bread is finished baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
9. After 10 minutes, remove the bread from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the bread has cooled, pour the chocolate glaze over the top of the bread, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Tips
- Use ripe bananas, as they are sweeter and will add more flavor to the bread.
- Don't over-mix the batter, as this can make the bread tough.
- If you don't have heavy cream on hand, you can substitute it with whole milk or half-and-half.
- To make the bread even more decadent, you can add chopped nuts or more chocolate chips to the batter.
Conclusion
Banana bread with chocolate chips and chocolate glaze is a delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're in the mood for a sweet breakfast or a decadent dessert, this bread is sure to satisfy your cravings. So go ahead and try out this recipe today, and enjoy the mouthwatering combination of bananas and chocolate!