This double chocolate banana bread is the perfect combination of rich chocolate and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. With a moist and tender texture, this bread is studded with melted chocolate chips that make each bite a delightful indulgence. It’s a great way to use up ripe bananas while satisfying your chocolate cravings. Whether you enjoy it as a dessert, snack, or even breakfast, this banana bread is sure to become a family favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll love this recipe because it’s incredibly easy to make yet yields such rich, flavorful results. The combination of ripe bananas, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips creates a moist, dense, and deeply chocolatey loaf that tastes like a treat but feels comforting like banana bread. The brown sugar adds a depth of sweetness that perfectly complements the chocolate, and you can customize the recipe by using either milk or dark chocolate chips, depending on your preference.
Perfect Occasion
This double chocolate banana bread is ideal for any occasion where you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s perfect for casual get-togethers, potlucks, or as a midweek treat for the family. Serve it as a dessert after dinner, or enjoy it as a sweet breakfast alongside your morning coffee or tea. It also makes a wonderful gift when baked in mini loaf pans and wrapped with a simple ribbon.
Decoration Tips
For a beautiful presentation, top the banana bread with extra chocolate chips before baking. After it cools, you can drizzle some melted chocolate on top for an even more indulgent touch. If you want to add texture, sprinkle chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, on top before baking. For a finishing touch, dust the bread with a light sprinkling of powdered sugar once it cools. Serve on a pretty platter or wooden board for a rustic, homey look.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar (or ¾ cup white sugar if not using brown sugar)
- 113g (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup milk or dark chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the melted butter, eggs, both sugars (brown and white), and vanilla extract. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Add the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined and the flour disappears. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Fold in the Chocolate Chips:
- Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter, saving a handful to sprinkle on top if desired.
- Prepare the Pan:
- Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Optionally, sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the top for added indulgence.
- Bake the Bread:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the banana bread for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness!
Enjoy your decadent double chocolate banana bread—perfect for any time you need a comforting, chocolate-filled treat!