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I developed this sweet chocolate and banana bread after looking for ways to use extra dried tart cherries. It’s so rich and moist, no one will guess its lighter. —Cindy Beberman of Orland Park, Illinois
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Nutritional Facts 1 slice equals 164 calories, 5 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 22 mg cholesterol, 148 mg sodium, 27 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
Originally published as Chocolate-Cherry Banana Bread in Light & Tasty December/January 2007, p35
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Reviewed on Jul. 03, 2011 by knatal
I made this recipe into 12 muffins and I loved them! Us ed Fage 0% greek yogurt in place of sour cream and walnuts instead of pecans just because that's what I had on hand. Also added a bit of ground flaxseed for extra fiber and Omega 3. Perfect with morning coffee on the weekends.
Reviewed on May. 27, 2010 by compeau
Awesome!!!!! So moist!!! I used maraschino cherries. This recipe is a keeper! !!!!
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by frawgee_lady
Oh so yummy! I doubled the recipe since I had more than one banana ready to go out, and used three eggs versus the egg white combo. Came out beautifully and was gone within 24 hours! This is like chocolate cake in disquise!!
Reviewed on Mar. 30, 2010 by shawllady
My running groups loved this bread. I've made it several times. The chocolate, cherries and banana make it a tasty treat.
Reviewed on Mar. 09, 2010 by Carol Bishop
I soaked the cherries in apracot brandy oh my god they were great in the banana bread.
Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2010 by gedmund
I have to say I made this recipe exacly as was instructed, but I found it came out very dry, even my husband thought so and he has quite the sweet tooth. I will make this recipe again but I think I may experiment a little to see if I can't make it a little more moist this time.
Reviewed on Mar. 06, 2010 by patpet
I've made it twice so far. Loved it. Gave some to my daughters, and they loved it. I actually substituted the dried cherries for dried cranberries (craisins).
Reviewed on Mar. 05, 2010 by jude0256
some members of my family said it was a great bread with coffee, some thought it was too bland, I agree with the ones who said it was a great coffee accompaniment.
Reviewed on Mar. 05, 2010 by candndionne
Excellent chocolate flavor; very moist. I left out the cherries (and boiling water) and added dark chocolate chips. Wonderful!!! I will certainly make this again.
Reviewed on Mar. 04, 2010 by wayfarercn
Awesome recipe. Used frozen cherries instead of dried. Brought it to work and it was gone in an hour.
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