Description
“Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with this Double Chocolate Banana Bread! Packed with rich cocoa, gooey chocolate chips, and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, this loaf is moist, decadent, and utterly irresistible. Follow these expert tips to bake a perfectly soft and flavorful treat that’s ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert!”
Ingredients
- For the Banana Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Prepare the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, and whisk until fully incorporated.
Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips using a spatula.
Assemble the Loaf:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top for extra indulgence.
Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).
Cool and Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Cook Time: 60 Minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
