Banana chocolate Swirl bread

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine unsweetened cocoa powder and hot water. Stir until smooth and let cool.

Step 4

In a large bowl, whisk sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well blended. Stir in mashed bananas.

Step 5

Gradually add dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.

Step 6

Divide batter in half. Stir chocolate mixture into one half. Alternate spoonfuls of plain and chocolate batter into the loaf pan, then gently swirl with a knife or skewer.

Step 7

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Step 8

Slice and enjoy the soft, choco