Double Chocolate Banana Bread
A moist and delicious Double Chocolate Banana Bread packed with rich chocolate flavor and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas Make sure the bananas are very ripe for optimal sweetness and moisture.
- 1/3 cup melted butter Best if melted before mixing.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 3/4 cup sugar Can be reduced to taste.
- 1 large egg Can be replaced with a flaxseed meal for a vegan option.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Substitute half with whole wheat flour for added nutrition.
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips Experiment with dark or white chocolate chips.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Mix in the baking soda and salt.
- Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Sprinkle the flour and cocoa powder on top, then mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Enjoy this delicious banana bread warm or at room temperature. It can be served plain or topped with butter or honey. For storage, wrap it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store at room temperature for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for longer storage.