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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Coffee Cake

Unforgettable Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Coffee Cake Bliss

A delightful Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Coffee Cake that combines the comfort of banana bread with the indulgence of coffee cake.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 42 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour You can use whole wheat flour for added health benefits.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Swap with dark brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to reduce based on taste preferences.
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Use unsalted butter with an extra pinch of salt if preferred.
  • 2-3 pieces Ripe Bananas Very ripe bananas work best.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Full-fat Greek yogurt is a great substitute.
  • 2 pieces Large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Always opt for pure vanilla.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check expiration for effectiveness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check expiration for effectiveness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust spices to suit your palate.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Adjust spices to suit your palate.
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Consider using dark chocolate chips for a less sweet treat.
  • 1 tablespoon Espresso Powder Omit if not available.
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour A finer grind yields a more delicate texture.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Regular brown sugar is an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust amount for personal preference.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Melted butter mixes in easily for even distribution.
For the Espresso Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1 tablespoon Espresso Powder Use high-quality espresso.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk Opt for plant-based milk to make it dairy-free.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch metal baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • fork
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch metal baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Blend in the salted butter until crumbly and refrigerate.
  3. Mash 2-3 very ripe bananas until smooth and stir in granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, sour cream, and vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Fold into the banana mixture and add chocolate chips.
  5. Spread the batter into the prepared pan, top with crumble, and bake for 38-42 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 30 minutes. Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, espresso powder, and milk.
  7. Lift the cake out of the pan, drizzle the glaze over the top, slice, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas, avoid over-mixing the batter, and store properly to maintain freshness.

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