Double Chocolate Banana Bread

If you love chocolate and bananas, this Double Chocolate Banana Bread is pure indulgence. It’s moist, soft, and packed with deep chocolate flavor from both cocoa powder and chocolate chips. Whether for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack, this banana bread is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1¾ cups (525 g) mashed ripe bananas (about 4 medium)
• ¼ cup (55 g) unsalted butter, melted
• ¼ cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
• ¾ cup (150 g) brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 medium eggs
• ¾ cup (130 g) semisweet chocolate chips, plus extra for topping

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven and prepare the pan:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Mix the dry ingredients:
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder until well combined. Set aside.
3. Prepare the wet ingredients:
   In another large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the melted butter, vegetable oil, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk everything together until smooth and fully blended.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients:
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in two or three additions, stirring gently after each until the flour is just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
5. Add chocolate chips:
   Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips (or roughly chopped chocolate chunks) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Bake:
   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips over the surface for a delicious finish.
   Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs attached.
7. Cool and serve:
   Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Tips for the Best Banana Bread

• Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum flavor and sweetness.
• Do not overmix once the flour is added; this keeps your bread soft and fluffy.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. You can also freeze it for longer storage.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Double Chocolate Banana Bread is:

• Super moist and rich without being heavy.
• Packed with chocolate flavor in every bite.
• Easy to make with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients.
• Perfect for using up overripe bananas in the most delicious way possible