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by Traci · Published: 03/27/2021 · Updated: 07/10/2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.

Double Chocolate Banana Bread

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5 from 7 votes
1 hour 10 minutes

Double Chocolate Banana Bread is the chocolate lover's version of the ultra moist banana bread.

chocolate banana bread sliced and stacked
Table of Contents hide
1) Why we love this recipe
2) Key ingredients
3) How to make this recipe
4) Recipe tips and variations
5) How to store chocolatey banana bread
6) More sweet bread recipes
7) Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Why we love this recipe

  • great way to use up overripe bananas
  • satisfies chocolate cravings without being overly sweet
  • uses chocolate chips which are always available at the grocery store
  • includes all the nutrition benefits of bananas
  • great recipe for kids to help make because it can be mixed by hand or a stand mixer

Key ingredients

Ingredient amounts are listed in the full recipe card below.

  • butter - I usually use unsalted butter, but it's not a requirement.
  • cane sugar - or preferred sugar
  • overripe bananas - the blacker the bananas, the sweeter they'll be
  • sour cream - or Greek yogurt
  • whole wheat pastry flour - or whole wheat flour
  • unbleached all purpose flour - I don't recommend bleached flour for baking
  • chocolate chips - Use semi sweet, dark chocolate, or milk chocolate chips for this recipe. You can even chop a chocolate bar and use that in place of chocolate chips.
  • (optional) walnuts - This recipe doesn't call for walnuts, but you can easily turn it into chocolate chip walnut banana bread by adding ½ cup chopped walnuts to the batter.
chocolate banana bread recipe ingredients in glass bowls with text overlay

How to make this recipe

Full instructions are in the recipe card below!

  1. cream together butter and sugar in a large bowl
  2. add bananas and mash until creamy
  3. add flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and chocolate chips
  4. stir to combine, transfer to baking pan, and bake
unmixed chocolate banana bread recipe ingredients in glass mixing bowl

Recipe tips and variations

  • overripe bananas - black bananas naturally add more moisture and sweetness to bread than unripened bananas. Less ripened bananas are better for a dessert like this Bananas Foster recipe.
  • substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream
  • room temperature eggs promote even baking.
  • spoon the flour into measuring cup instead of scooping it in to prevent compacting it.
  • always sift baking soda to remove clumps
  • don't overmix the quick bread batter once flour has been added to the batter.
  • don't under/overbake - banana bread should register 200 degrees fahrenheit in the center when fully baked, or a toothpick should come out clean when inserted in the center.
  • store bread in an airtight container once it cools to prevent drying out.
  • Drizzle the top with chocolate ganache for extra chocolatey bread.
chocolate banana bread in silver baking pan on blue linen on cooling rack

How to store chocolatey banana bread

Just like classic banana bread, storing chocolatey bread is equally important. Always allow bread to cool completely before storing because it helps prevent molding. Store banana bread in an airtight container or plastic wrap/bag at room temperature up to 3 days. Always refrigerate the bread in a humid climate.

sliced chocolate banana bread laying on cutting board

More sweet bread recipes

  • Quick bread: Super Moist Banana Walnut Bread
  • Quick bread: Blueberry Zucchini Bread
  • Yeasted bread: Cranberry Walnut Bread
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Double Chocolate Banana Bread

This easy chocolate chip banana bread recipe is the chocolate lover's version of everyone's favorite quick bread.
5 from 7 votes
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Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Author: Traci The Kitchen Girl

INGREDIENTS
 

  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • ½ cup Cane Sugar
  • 3 Overripe Bananas
  • 2 Eggs
  • ½ cup Sour Cream, or Greek Yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • ½ teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 cup Unbleached All Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Pastry Flour, or Whole Wheat Flour
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat baking loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together BUTTER and SUGAR.
  • Add BANANAS and mash.
  • Add EGGS, SOUR CREAM, VANILLA, and SALT. Stir to combine.
  • Add FLOUR, COCOA POWDER, BAKING SODA, and CHOCOLATE CHIPS.
  • Stir just until no dry flour appears (don't over mix).
  • Pour batter into loaf pan. Bake 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes on a cooling rack.
  • Remove banana bread from the pan and allow to cool another 20 minutes before serving. Note: Banana bread tends to fall apart when still warm.

Storage instructions

  • Allow banana bread to cool completely. Store at room temperature in an airtight container (or refrigerate in humid climates) up to 5 days.
Tried this recipe? I'd love your review!Visit the comments below and tell me how it went.

Traci's Recipe Notes

  • This recipe doesn't call for walnuts, but you can easily turn it into chocolate chip walnut banana bread by adding ½ cup chopped walnuts to the batter.
  • If no chocolate chips are available, you can always chop up a chocolate bar and use that instead.

Equipment

  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • mixing bowl
  • potato masher
  • silicone spatula
  • baking loaf pan (5" x 9" x 3")
  • cooking spray

NUTRITION

Serving: 4oz | Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 313mg | Potassium: 351mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 533IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition data provided as courtesy estimates using unbranded ingredients from a nutrition database. Please consult preferred resource for precise data.

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  1. Pat says

    March 05, 2022 at 10:04 am

    Looks very good!!
    Has anyone tried making this with gluten free flour?
    Would love to try it, but cant eat the wheat flour products.

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      March 05, 2022 at 2:38 pm

      Hi Pat, I have not, but perhaps someone else will weigh in with their experience. Thanks for asking and hope you find your answer.

  2. Michelle says

    March 28, 2021 at 11:32 am

    5 stars
    This was such a delicious twist on banana bread with the addition of the chocolate chips! My kids loved it.

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      March 28, 2021 at 11:35 am

      So glad you loved it like we do 🙂 Thanks so much!

  3. Jeffrey says

    March 28, 2021 at 10:30 am

    5 stars
    Whoah KG! This chocolate banana bread really IS for chocolate lovers. I couldn't keep my hands off until there was none left. Insane how easy and delicious this is...especially toasted. Another winner!

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      March 28, 2021 at 10:40 am

      I couldn't agree more and I'm glad you love it as much as I do 🙂 Warmed is my favorite!

  4. Biana says

    March 28, 2021 at 10:04 am

    5 stars
    Double chocolate banana bread looks amazing! I usually make it with just chocolate chips, but will be adding chocolate to the batter next time.

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      March 29, 2021 at 7:49 am

      Perfect! Enjoy! Thanks 🙂

  5. Laura says

    March 28, 2021 at 9:35 am

    5 stars
    I definitely need to try this chocolate banana bread. Looks so easy to do and very chocolaty

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      March 29, 2021 at 7:48 am

      Thanks! It's crazy chocolatey and so moist 🙂

  6. Shanna says

    March 28, 2021 at 9:11 am

    5 stars
    This looks so amazing and I can not wait to try it. I have some bananas that are ready to be used.

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      March 29, 2021 at 7:48 am

      Wonderful! You'll love it 🙂

  7. Beth says

    March 28, 2021 at 9:09 am

    5 stars
    Oh wow! Looks so yummy and scrumptious! My hubby and daughter are going to love this recipe! So excited!

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Girl says

      March 29, 2021 at 7:47 am

      Awesome! Glad you can enjoy this one 🙂

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