Whole Wheat Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips
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I previously posted a recipe for gluten free banana oat bread for those of you who are gluten intolerant. Even though it did not contain flour or added fat, it was a pretty good stand-in for the real thing. I really enjoyed having a slice, or two for breakfast or as a mid-morning snack, especially knowing that it was actually good for me. Now, this is a more decadent version with butter, flour, sugar, and chocolate chips! The original recipe for this delicious treat comes from "The Cook's Illustrated How-To-Cook Library", a book I can highly recommend. If you're a passionate self taught cook and baker like me, this cook book will become your bible. No pictures, but the best techniques for your basic cooking repertoire. All recipes have been kitchen tested and as they say in the introduction of the book, "don't have to be second-guessed". This is the kind of book I like to read in bed before I go to sleep. I'll take it over a bestselling novel anytime.
I did modify the recipe just a bit and replaced half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour and added 1 cup of chocolate chips instead of walnuts. The success of your end product depends on how gently you incorporate the wet and the dry ingredients. Over-mixing will result in a smaller loaf that will be tough and dense. Fold ingredients together until just barely combined and moistened and you'll end up with a wonderfully delicate texture and crumb. This may very well become your go-to recipe when you want to treat someone with something homemade. Wrapped nicely, this whole wheat banana bread makes a thoughtful gift not just on holidays, but throughout the year.
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April 20, 2012
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