Best Chocolate Banana Bread
Dive into the warmth of a kitchen. Filled with the aroma of our Best Chocolate Banana Bread. Where every slice. Is a loving embrace of rich chocolate and sweet, ripe bananas. This recipe is better than just a delight. it's a tale of comfy mornings. Shared smiles, and the magic. That transpires when straightforward ingredients. Come together in perfect harmony. Each bite weaves together the tender sweetness of bananas. And the deep, comforting embrace of chocolate. Creating a moment of pure joy. That lingers long after the last crumb has disappeared. It's not just banana bread. It's a touching voyage. Through flavors that speak of home. Love, and the simple pleasures.
10 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 c all-purpose flour
- 1/2 c unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 1/2 c mashed bananas about 3 medium bananas
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1/4 c unsalted butter melted
- 1/4 c canola oil
- 1 c light brown sugar packed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 c large semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 c walnuts chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Heat your oven to 350°F. Spray a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl. Whisk together 1 c flour, 1/2 c cocoa powder, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp sea salt.
- Mash Bananas & Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl. Mash 1 1/2 c bananas. Add 1/4 c melted butter, 1/4 c oil, 1 tsp vanilla, and 1 egg. Mix well.
- Combine Sugar: Stir in 1 c brown sugar. Until smooth.
- Mix Dry with Wet: Add your dry ingredients to the wet. Folding gently with a spatula. Avoid overmixing.
- Add Chocolate Chips & Walnuts: Fold in 3/4 c chocolate chips and 1/2 c walnuts (if using).
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/4 c chocolate chips. Bake for 50-60 minutes. Or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Then remove it from pan. And let it cool until warm. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
To embrace the delightful world of gluten-free baking. Without sacrificing the charm of our beloved Best Chocolate Banana Bread. Here's a little twist that ensures everyone can indulge in this chocolatey, banana-infused joy. Swap the all-purpose flour. With your favorite gluten-free flour blend. One that mimics the texture. And the behavior of traditional flour. Look for a blend. That includes xanthan gum. A binder that helps give your bread the right structure and texture. Or add 1/4 teaspoon of xanthan gum to your mix. If your flour blend doesn’t include it. Embracing gluten-free ingredients. Doesn’t mean compromising on taste or texture. It’s about opening the door. To creativity and inclusivity in your kitchen.