Description
Red Velvet Banana Bread combines the rich, velvety flavor of red velvet cake with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas for a decadent treat. This moist loaf not only looks stunning with its deep crimson hue but also delivers an irresistible aroma that will fill your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or special occasions, this unique recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but chunky.
- Mix in the sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Stir in the red food coloring until you achieve a vibrant color.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60–70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in nuts or chocolate chips. You can use thawed frozen bananas for extra moisture if needed.