Chocolate Banana Bread

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Chocolate Banana Bread

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Preparation Time: 10-15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 Minutes
Yield: 2-3 Ramkein-Sized Muffins
Recipe By Chef: Paige Mountain
  • Ingredients
  • Directions
  • Qualities
  • Tips
  • Nutrition
  • Recipe Benefits
  • Medical Disclaimer

Ingredients

  • 1 cup oats
  • 2 bananas, ripe
  • 3 dates, dried & pitted
  • 2 eggs, raw
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon honey

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Ensure the dates contain no pits (sometimes they still have pits or debris, even if the packaging says "pitted").
  3. In a food processor, chop the dried dates first.
  4. Add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
  5. Spray 2-3 ramekins or a muffin pan with cooking spray.
  6. Evenly pour the mixture into the molds, dividing evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until firm.
  8. Allow to cool before removing muffins from the mold.

Qualities

  • Texture: Soft
  • Rating for Scent: 3/10
  • Spice Level: 0/10

Tips

  • For added calories, add 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream to the batter.
  • Eggs can be omitted for fewer calories.
  • Honey can be added for additional sweetness, if desired.
  • Chocolate chips can be added this recipe to make a double chocolate muffin.

Nutrition

Nutrition Content for 1 Muffin
  • Calories: 277kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Added sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 43mg

Recipe Benefits

  • Gluten Free
  • Promotes Gut Health
  • Anti-nausea
  • Anti-inflammatory

Medical Disclaimer

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