Low Sodium Chocolate Banana Bread
Indulge in the rich, chocolaty flavor of this **Low Sodium Chocolate Banana Bread**, a healthier twist on the classic comfort food. Perfectly moist and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas, this guilt-free treat features unsalted butter and low sodium leavening agents to keep your salt intake in check without sacrificing flavor. A hint of vanilla and decadent dark chocolate chips elevate every slice, while unsweetened cocoa powder adds a deep, robust chocolate essence. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for brunches, snacks, or dessert. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or cool and perfectly sliced, this low sodium banana bread strikes the perfect balance between wholesome goodness and irresistible indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Low sodium baking powder
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup Milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the melted unsalted butter and stir until combined.
Stir in the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and low sodium baking powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and milk, mixing until the batter is well blended. Ensure the chocolate chips are evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Allow the chocolate banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 152.2 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.9 g | 444% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 483 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 1408 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 486.3 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.0 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 253.1 g | ||
| Protein | 52.6 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 27.8 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 3397 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
