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chocolate banana bread

chocolate banana bread

Chocolate banana bread is a delightful fusion of ripe bananas and rich chocolate. It’s moist, sweet, and perfect as a breakfast treat, snack, or dessert. The combination of bananas and chocolate creates a classic flavor that is hard to resist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowls
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 whisk or electric mixer
  • 1 rubber spatula
  • 1 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • 1 parchment paper (optional)
  • 1 toothpick or cake tester

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups ripe bananas, mashed About 1 ½ cups mashed; for best results, use very ripe bananas.
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ cup chocolate chips Optional; fold in for an extra chocolaty touch.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. You should have about 1 ½ cups mashed banana.
  • Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
  • Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, and mix until the sugars are dissolved.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until everything is combined.
  • Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, and mix well.
  • Gradually add in the all-purpose flour and cocoa powder, folding gently until just combined (do not over-mix).
  • If using, fold in the chocolate chips for an extra chocolaty touch.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas as they provide natural sweetness to the bread.
This chocolate banana bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freeze slices for longer storage!
You can add nuts or dried fruits for variation if desired.