Whip up a loaf of our Cozy Chocolate Banana Bread for a comforting treat that combines the classic flavors of ripe bananas with the rich, indulgent taste of chocolate. This vegan-friendly recipe is perfect for those cozy baking days and includes wholesome ingredients like flax eggs and nut butter. With dark chocolate chips both inside and on top, this banana bread is as delightful to look at as it is to eat.
Why You’ll Love This: This recipe is a fantastic vegan alternative to traditional banana bread, offering the same moist, dense texture and sweet flavor without any animal products. The addition of cocoa powder and chocolate chips makes it a chocolate lover’s dream, while the nut butter adds a creamy richness that enhances the overall flavor profile. It’s easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings in a healthier way.
Perfect Occasion: This chocolate banana bread is perfect for a relaxed weekend breakfast, a comforting snack during the week, or as a thoughtful homemade gift for friends and family. It’s also great for gatherings where you might need a vegan or dairy-free option.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful and tasty finish, sprinkle the top with extra chocolate chips before baking. Once baked and cooled, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple vegan chocolate glaze for added sweetness and a dash of elegance.
Ingredients:
- Wet Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas
- 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 5 tbsp water, left to gel for 10 minutes)
- 100 ml milk (soy, oat, or your choice)
- 60 ml vegetable oil
- 70 g sugar
- 3 tbsp nut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Dry Ingredients:
- 200 g plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 50 g cocoa powder
- A pinch of salt
- 100 g dark chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
Instructions:
- Prepare for Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease and line a loaf tin with baking paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, flax eggs, milk, vegetable oil, sugar, nut butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until well mixed.
- Combine with Dry Ingredients:
- Sift the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, cinnamon, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips:
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the bread cool in the tin for a few minutes before removing it to cool further on a wire rack.
- Slice and enjoy this cozy, chocolatey treat!
Indulge in this delicious Cozy Chocolate Banana Bread, a perfect blend of sweetness and chocolatey goodness, ideal for any occasion or simply as a treat for yourself. Enjoy!
