Best 3 Chocolate Cherry Banana Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of chocolate, cherry, and banana with this tantalizing trio of bread recipes. From the classic Chocolate Cherry Banana Bread, a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors, to the decadent Chocolate Swirl Banana Bread, which offers a delightful contrast between rich chocolate and moist banana bread, and the unique Cherry Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips, which adds a delightful crunch to the soft and fluffy bread, these recipes cater to every taste preference. Each recipe provides detailed instructions, ingredient lists, and baking tips to ensure a perfect loaf every time. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you towards creating a delicious and satisfying treat that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Get ready to embark on a delightful baking journey as you explore the world of chocolate, cherry, and banana bread.

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CHOCOLATE-CHERRY BANANA BREAD



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I developed this sweet chocolate and banana bread after looking for ways to use extra dried tart cherries. It's so rich and moist, no one will guess its lighter. -Cindy Beberman of Orland Park, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup boiling water
2/3 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 egg whites
1 egg
1 large ripe banana, mashed
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, pour water over cherries; let stand for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg whites and egg until smooth. , In a small bowl, combine the banana, sour cream and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with banana mixture. Drain cherries and coarsely chop; fold into batter with pecans. , Pour into a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHOCOLATE CHIP AND CHERRY-BANANA BREAD



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Chocolate chips and cherries go bananas in a bread that puts a new twist on a classic.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup mashed very ripe bananas (2 medium)
1/2 cup sour cream
2 eggs
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup halved red and green candied cherries
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 1 loaf pan, 9x5x3 inches, or 2 loaf pans, 8 1/2x4 1/2x2 1/2 inches, with shortening; lightly flour.
  • Beat sugar and butter in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon, until well mixed. Beat in bananas, sour cream and eggs. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in chocolate chips, cherries and nuts. Pour into pan(s).
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean (if bread becomes too brown, cover loosely with aluminum foil about 10 minutes before end of bake time). Cool 15 minutes. Loosen sides of loaf from pan(s); remove from pan(s) to wire rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 230 mg

CHOCOLATE-CHERRY BANANA BREAD RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by MJH

Number Of Ingredients 14

Nonstick cooking spray
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar or sugar substitute-sugar blend equivalent to 2/3 cup sugar*
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup fat-free dairy sour cream
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed, or 1 egg, beaten
2 teaspoons cooking oil
2/3 cup mashed banana (about 2 medium bananas)
1 teaspoon vanilla
8 maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat the bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. In a large bowl, stir together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Make a well in center of flour mixture; set aside. In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, milk, egg, and oil. Stir in mashed banana and vanilla. Add sour cream mixture all at once to flour mixture; stir just until moistened (batter should be lumpy). Fold in chopped cherries, walnuts, and chocolate chips. Spoon batter into prepared pan. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove bread from pan. Cool completely on wire rack.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: Overripe bananas add sweetness and moisture to the bread, and they also help to bind the ingredients together.
  • Measure your flour correctly: Too much flour can make the bread dry and dense. Use a kitchen scale to measure your flour for the most accurate results.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour, which can make the bread tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bread at the right temperature: The bread should be baked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

This chocolate cherry banana bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. The combination of chocolate chips, cherries, and bananas makes this bread moist and flavorful. If you are looking for a new banana bread recipe to try, this one is definitely worth a shot.

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