Chocolate Banana Bread

5 from 6 votes

Chocolate Banana Bread

This Chocolate Banana Bread is a heavenly delight that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Imagine the rich, deep flavor of chocolate paired perfectly with the natural sweetness and soft texture of ripe bananas. Each slice is a moist, flavorful journey with bits of chocolate chips and the optional crunch of nuts, making it the perfect treat for any time of day.

Prep Time15

Cook Time1 10

Total Time1 25

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: banana bread recipes, chocolate banana bread, quick bread

Servings:

Calories: 463kcal

Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

9x5x3-inch Loaf Pan

Ingredients

1½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
3-4 ripe bananas mashed
½ cup unsalted butter melted
¼ cup vegetable oil
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar packed
2 large eggs at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chips semisweet
½ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Fold the mashed bananas into the wet mixture. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips and nuts if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, leveling the top with a spatula. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve your Chocolate Banana Bread warm or at room temperature, optionally with a dollop of cream or a scoop of ice cream!

Notes

Make sure your bananas are really ripe – the more speckled, the better. This not only makes them easier to mash but also ensures your bread is wonderfully sweet and moist.
When mixing your wet and dry ingredients, remember the golden rule: don't overmix. Just stir until everything is combined. This keeps the bread tender.
The baking time can vary depending on your oven, so start checking for doneness around the 60-minute mark.

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