Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder. Set aside.
- Using an electric or stand mixer, combine olive oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated after each addition. Scrape down sides of the bowl.
- Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until combined.
- Mash bananas and gently fold into the wet mixture.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, leaving a few streaks of flour visible.
- Dust chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of flour, shake off excess, and fold most of them into the batter. Reserve a handful for topping.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top and place two thin banana slices lengthwise over the batter.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs.
- If desired, sprinkle sugar over banana slices and brulee with a kitchen torch for a caramelized finish.
- Let cool in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
