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Healthy Chocolate Banana Loaf Cake

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250
A moist and nutritious loaf cake combining bananas, dates, and cocoa for a delicious treat that's easy to make healthy.

Ingredients

Main

  • 1 cup mashed banana (approx. 3 small/medium bananas)
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • 3.17 ounces dates (pitted, roughly chopped)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4½ tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 22cm loaf pan with parchment.
  • Mix dry ingredients: flour, cocoa, baking powder, and bicarbonate. Stir in 2/3 of the chocolate chips.
  • Blend eggs, bananas, dates, maple syrup, and oil in a food processor until finely chopped.
  • Combine wet and dry mixtures, stirring gently. Pour into pan and top with remaining chocolate chips.
  • Bake for 50 minutes, cover with foil, then bake for an additional 15-20 minutes. Cool before removing from pan.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days for best freshness.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Healthy
Keyword: Banana, cake, Chocolate