Introduction
This classic chocolate banana bread uses ripe bananas, cocoa, and chocolate chunks to create a moist, soft loaf. It’s as perfect for breakfast as it is for dessert, bringing comfort and sweetness to any day.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
Instructions
Preheat oven
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line loaf pan.
Mash bananas
Mash in a large bowl.
Mix wet ingredients
Add eggs, oil, sugars, and vanilla.
Mix dry ingredients
Whisk flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
Combine
Fold dry into wet until just mixed.
Add chocolate chunks
Stir into batter, reserving some for topping.
Bake
Pour into pan, top with chunks, and bake for 55–65 minutes.
Cool & serve
Cool slightly before slicing.
Tips & Variations
- Use vegan substitutes for an egg-free version.
- Add peanut butter swirl for richness.
- Bake into muffins for smaller portions.
- Store airtight at room temp or freeze.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Moist, soft crumb.
- Rich chocolate banana flavor.
- Versatile and adaptable.
- Comforting homemade bake.
Final Thoughts
This best chocolate banana bread recipe is a classic that never fails—moist, rich, and always comforting.