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Cardamom Coffee Banana Bread

Cardamom Coffee Banana Bread: A Cozy Twist on Comfort Food

Delight in this Cardamom Coffee Banana Bread that combines the sweetness of bananas with coffee and cardamom for a cozy breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Loaf
  • 3 Bananas ripe Ensure very ripe for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Must be melted and slightly cooled.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt offers a richer flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder Adds coffee flavor; reduce or omit for milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom Freshly ground is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda A key leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use less if substituting with table salt.
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Provides richness; nuts can be an alternative.
For Optional Topping
  • 1/2 cup Coffee Glaze Prepare while the loaf cools.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-by-5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the very ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth, leaving a few lumps for texture.
  3. Add the light brown sugar, melted butter, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla to the bananas. Mix until creamy.
  4. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, espresso powder, cardamom, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
  5. Fold in the dark chocolate pieces evenly across the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and level the surface smoothly.
  7. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Remove from oven and cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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