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Chocolate Banana Bread

Chocolate Banana Bread

This Chocolate Banana Bread combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with rich chocolate for a moist and flavorful quick bread that's perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Essential Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be. Look for bananas with brown spots.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Adds richness and moisture; can be substituted with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can also use brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 large egg Helps bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor of the bread.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda A leavening agent that helps the bread rise.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances the sweetness of the bread.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with whole wheat flour for added nutrition.
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Adds the rich chocolate flavor.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips For extra chocolatey goodness.
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts Walnuts or pecans add texture and flavor.
  • 1 pinch spices A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can elevate the flavor profile.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. Add melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
Baking
  1. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for the best flavor. Don't overmix the batter to avoid dense bread. Customize with favorite mix-ins like nuts or spices.