CHOCOLATE CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA BREAD
CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD. It’s basic and super awesome.
There’s no shortage of banana bread recipes out there, but this Chocolate Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is the one worth making when you want something truly rich, moist, and packed with real chocolate flavor. The combination of ripe bananas, cocoa powder, and generous chocolate chips creates a loaf that feels equal parts classic comfort bake and bakery-style treat.
The bananas keep the crumb incredibly soft and tender while the cocoa gives the loaf a deep, fudgy flavor that’s balanced perfectly by pockets of melted chocolate throughout. And that extra layer of chocolate chips on top? Non-negotiable. It gives the loaf that irresistible crackled top and makes every slice feel a little extra special.
This recipe is simple, reliable, and exactly the kind of bake that disappears quickly from the counter. It comes together easily, stays moist for days, and somehow tastes even better the next morning with coffee. Whether you’re using up overripe bananas or intentionally buying bananas just to make this recipe, this loaf delivers every single time.
CHOCOLATE CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA BREAD
This Chocolate Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is rich, moist, and deeply chocolatey with the perfect balance of sweet banana flavor and melty chocolate chips in every bite. It’s an easy one-bowl bake that feels cozy enough for breakfast and decadent enough for dessert.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with the back of a fork until mostly smooth.
- Add the sugar, vanilla, and eggs, then mix until fully combined.
- Add the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until no dry streaks remain.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Grease a loaf pan with baking spray, then pour in the batter and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle additional chocolate chips evenly over the batter.
- Bake for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice once cooled to room temperature for the cleanest cuts. Enjoy!
Notes
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve slightly warm with salted butter.
- Pair with coffee or cold milk for an easy afternoon treat.
- Warm individual slices for 10–15 seconds in the microwave for extra gooey chocolate.
- Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for dessert.
