Bobby Flay Espresso Banana Bread
If you’re craving a deliciously moist and flavorful treat, look no further than Bobby Flay’s Espresso Banana Bread. This delightful quick bread combines the rich essence of espresso with sweet, ripe bananas and semi-sweet chocolate, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Whether enjoyed warm with a spread of homemade coffee butter or on its own, this banana bread is sure to impress your family and friends. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a comforting loaf ready to share in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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
Instructions
- Melt 5 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of espresso powder until combined.
- In a mixing bowl, mash 4 ripe bananas until smooth.
- Combine the melted butter and espresso mixture with the mashed bananas.
- Mix in ½ cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons brown sugar until well incorporated.
- Add 1 large beaten egg to enrich the batter.
- Gradually mix in 1½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt until just combined.
- Fold in 3 ounces of grated semi-sweet chocolate for added sweetness.
- Grease your loaf pan and pour in the batter.
- Bake at 375°F for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg