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Chocolate Banana Bread

Chocolate Banana Bread
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This homemade Chocolate Banana Bread recipe combines ripe bananas with rich cocoa for an irresistibly moist, tender loaf bursting with chocolate flavor. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, it’s simple to make using common pantry ingredients and customizable to suit your taste or dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 very ripe bananas
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/3 cup melted butter or oil (e.g. coconut oil for healthy swap)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or a pinch of cayenne (for spiced version)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking, ensuring even baking and easy removal.
  2. Mash the Bananas: In a large bowl, mash 3 to 4 very ripe bananas with a fork until smooth to provide natural sweetness and moisture.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add melted butter (or oil), brown sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir gently until combined, forming the wet base.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt for uniform distribution and flavor.
  5. Blend Wet and Dry: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, folding just until the flour disappears. Avoid overmixing; the batter should remain thick with some lumps.
  6. Add Extras (Optional): Fold in chocolate chips, nuts, or spices if desired for added texture and flavor.
  7. Bake to Perfection: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, smooth the top, and bake for 55 to 65 minutes. Test doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, improving slicing and texture.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and fluffy.
  • Check doneness using a toothpick inserted in the center.
  • Use room temperature eggs for better ingredient incorporation.
  • Add a splash of brewed coffee to enhance chocolate flavor if desired.
  • Customize with nuts, chocolate chips, or spices to your preference.

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