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Bobby Flay Espresso Banana Bread

Bobby Flay Espresso Banana Bread: Moist, Rich, and Irresistible

Discover the delicious Bobby Flay Espresso Banana Bread, a moist and rich treat perfect for breakfast or snack, infusing your kitchen with coffee aroma.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons espresso powder or strong brewed coffee as substitute
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or adjusted table salt
  • 2-3 pieces ripe bananas overripe preferred
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg can use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate
For the Coffee Butter
  • 1/4 cup softened butter
  • 2 tablespoons caster sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground coffee adjust based on preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • a pinch kosher salt

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Melt ½ cup unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of espresso powder until combined.
  2. Mash 2-3 ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth with small lumps.
  3. Combine the cooled butter with the mashed bananas until well mixed.
  4. Add ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ cup brown sugar to the mixture and stir until dissolved.
  5. Whisk one large egg and fold it into the batter until fully incorporated.
  6. Sift together 1 ½ cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Gradually fold into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  8. Grease a loaf pan and pour in the batter, smoothing the top.
  9. Bake for 40-50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Mix together ¼ cup softened butter, 2 tablespoons caster sugar, 1 tablespoon ground coffee, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt to create the coffee butter spread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week. For longer storage, freeze slices in plastic wrap for up to 3 months.

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