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Double Chocolate Banana Bread

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Double Chocolate Banana Bread is the chocolate lovers version of the ultra moist banana bread. Chocolate chips and cocoa powder are key players in the best chocolate banana bread recipe.

chocolate banana bread sliced and stacked

Just like my classic, super moist Banana Bread recipe, this chocolate bread recipe follows suit and satisfies the deepest chocolate cravings. When you add chocolate and cocoa powder to the best banana bread, you get the best chocolatey banana bread! It satisfies the sweet tooth like a chocolatey dessert, yet includes the nutrition benefits bananas bring to the party.

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1) Double chocolate banana bread recipe ingredients
2) How to make chocolatey banana bread
3) Chocolate banana bread recipe tips
4) How to store chocolatey banana bread
5) Recommended Tools
6) More bread recipes
7) Double Chocolate Banana Bread
7.1) Ingredients
7.2) Recipe Instructions
7.3) TOOLS NEEDED
7.4) Nutrition

Double chocolate banana bread recipe ingredients

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  • butter - I use unsalted
  • sugar - use cane, raw, or preferred sugar
  • overripe bananas - the spottier it is, the sweeter it will be
  • eggs
  • sour cream - or Greek yogurt
  • vanilla extract
  • sea salt
  • whole wheat pastry flour - or whole wheat flour
  • unbleached all purpose flour
  • baking soda - I recommend sifting
  • chocolate chips - dark chocolate or milk chocolate
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How to make chocolatey banana bread

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  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

Chocolate banana bread recipe tips

  1. overripe bananas naturally add more moisture to bread than unripened bananas. If your bananas aren't overripe yet, consider making my Bananas Foster dessert recipe.
  2. substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream
  3. room temperature ingredients can promote even baking.
  4. spoon flour into measuring cup instead of scooping it in.
  5. always sift baking soda to remove clumps
  6. don't over mix the quick bread batter once flour has been added to the batter.
  7. don't under/overbake - banana bread should register 200°F in the center when fully baked, or a toothpick should come out clean when inserted in the center.
  8. store bread in an airtight container once it cools to prevent drying out.
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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

Recommended Tools

  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • large mixing bowl
  • vegetable masher (or fork)
  • silicone spatula or bowl scraper
  • baking loaf pan (9 x 5)
  • airtight container

More bread recipes

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

The chocolate lovers version of the ultra moist banana bread. Chocolate chips and cocoa powder are key players in the best chocolate banana bread recipe.
5 from 8 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Author: Traci - TheKitchenGirl.com

Ingredients

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

Recipe 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.

TOOLS NEEDED

  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • mixing bowl
  • vegetable masher (or fork)
  • 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. AvatarMichelle 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 GirlThe Kitchen Girl says

      March 28, 2021 at 11:35 am

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

  2. AvatarJeffrey 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 GirlThe 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!

  3. AvatarBiana 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 GirlThe Kitchen Girl says

      March 29, 2021 at 7:49 am

      Perfect! Enjoy! Thanks 🙂

  4. AvatarLaura 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 GirlThe Kitchen Girl says

      March 29, 2021 at 7:48 am

      Thanks! It's crazy chocolatey and so moist 🙂

  5. AvatarShanna 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 GirlThe Kitchen Girl says

      March 29, 2021 at 7:48 am

      Wonderful! You'll love it 🙂

  6. AvatarBeth 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 GirlThe Kitchen Girl says

      March 29, 2021 at 7:47 am

      Awesome! Glad you can enjoy this one 🙂

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