Cocoa Banana Bread

 

Makes 1 loaf, 8 servings

• ½ cup butter or margarine, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup mashed ripe banana
• ¼ cup milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• One-third cup unsweetened coca
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)

1. Greae the bottom of a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 1 minute.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt ; stir into the banana mixture until just blended.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan ; bake in a 350F (180C) oven for 50 to 60 minutes, then remove and cool completely.

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