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Rustic Tuscan Banana Bread: Indulgent Delight with Chocolate, Hazelnuts, and Espresso

Rustic Tuscan Banana Bread with Chocolate, Hazelnuts and Espresso
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Indulge in the rich flavors of Rustic Tuscan Banana Bread infused with chocolate, crunchy hazelnuts, and a hint of espresso.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup chopped hazelnuts
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Add sugar, melted butter, and eggs, and mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder.
  5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped hazelnuts.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let it cool before slicing.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Ensure the bananas are very ripe for the best sweetness.

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