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Chocolate Banana Bread: The Ultimate Moist & Delicious Recipe

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4.8 from 124 reviews
  • Author: Hailey
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) 1x

Description

This Chocolate Banana Bread recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich cocoa and melty chocolate chips to create a moist, tender, and deeply flavorful loaf. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, it features simple ingredients and straightforward steps to deliver a deliciously chocolatey twist on classic banana bread.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3 very ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (milk, dark, or semi-sweet)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Mash the Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork or potato masher until smooth and creamy.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir thoroughly. Then add the sugar and mix until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Crack the egg into the banana mixture, add the vanilla extract, and whisk everything together until fully combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to blend evenly.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  6. Fold in Chocolate Chips and Nuts: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and, if using, the chopped walnuts or pecans using a spatula until evenly distributed.
  7. Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  8. Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
  9. Optional Topping: Sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top of the batter for an appealing finish, if desired.
  10. Bake: Bake the loaf for 50-60 minutes, checking starting at 50 minutes by inserting a wooden skewer into the center. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  11. Cool in Pan: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before removing it and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moist texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense bread.
  • Chocolate chips on top add extra gooeyness and visual appeal.
  • Walnuts or pecans add texture and nutty flavor but can be omitted for nut-free versions.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • This bread freezes well—wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chocolate banana bread, banana bread recipe, moist banana bread, chocolate chip banana bread, easy banana bread, homemade banana bread

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