Best 7 Easy Banana Bread Chocolate Nut Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to finding the best recipe for easy banana bread chocolate nut! Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to expand your repertoire or a novice cook seeking a simple and delicious treat, this article has something for everyone. We'll delve into the world of banana bread, exploring its rich history, essential ingredients, and unique variations. Along the way, we'll uncover the secrets to creating the perfect moist and flavorful banana bread, infused with the decadent flavors of chocolate and nuts. So, grab your apron and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more.

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BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP BREAD



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Super amazing banana bread. Moist and tasty!

Provided by iggytakahashi

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     100+ Banana Bread Recipes     Chocolate Banana Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan, preferably glass.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Stir bananas, milk, and cinnamon in another bowl. Beat butter and sugar in a third bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs to butter mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir banana mixture into butter mixture. Stir in dry mixture until blended. Fold in chocolate chips until just combined. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 70 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.6 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 61.7 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 489.9 mg, Sugar 33.7 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA NUT BREAD



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A recipe (originally by Ann Tremont) my mother put in a cookbook that I have modified quite a bit. Every time I bring this to work, everyone wants a piece (and there's not enough to go around).

Provided by Sidewinder314

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 loaf, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sugar
2/3 cup diced walnuts
2/3 cup mini chocolate chip
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large ripened bananas
1/2 cup butter
2 whole eggs

Steps:

  • Hand mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, walnuts, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract in mixing bowl until chocolate chips and walnuts are evenly spread out throughout mixture.
  • In another bowl, mash bananas and add to the main mixing bowl.
  • Soften the butter (I microwave for 20 seconds) and add to the main mixing bowl.
  • Add two whole eggs to main mixing bowl.
  • Mix all ingredients together by hand until it has a batter-like consistency.
  • Pour into greased loaf pan.
  • Let mixture set for at least 20 minutes before baking (Preheat the oven to 325°F).
  • Bake at 325°F for 65 minutes (may take longer depending on the oven and altitude).
  • When finished baking, it is best to let it set overnight before serving.
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  • An optional recipe: Instead of the chocolate chips, use 1 1/2 tsp of cinnamon to make Cinnamon Banana Nut Bread.

CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD



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Nothing tops old-fashioned banana bread, except maybe this chocolate version! Each slice is studded with nuts. -Connie Deke, DeWitt, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, bananas, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to the banana mixture and mix just until combined. Fold in nuts if desired. Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan., Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

EASY BANANA BREAD - CHOCOLATE NUT



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A fairly easy banana bread that uses a the creaming method for a lighter texture. Not cake-like, but not as dense as some quick breads.

Provided by Steve_G

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 3 loaves, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups sugar (500 gms)
1 cup butter, softened (228 gms)
4 large eggs (200 gms)
3 cups mashed ripe bananas (660 gms, approximately 6)
1 cup whole milk (236 gms)
2 teaspoons vanilla
5 cups flour (700 gms)
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
1 -2 cup chopped walnuts (120-240 gms) (optional)
1 (12 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips (340 gms) (optional)

Steps:

  • Move your oven rack so that the top of the loaf will be in the center of the oven. Heat the oven to 350ºF. Grease three loaf pans with with shortening. Line with parchement if desired.
  • Cream sugar and butter in a large bowl unitl light and fluffy.
  • Stir in eggs until blended.
  • Add bananas, milk, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
  • Mix remaining dry ingredients in ziplock bag and gently combine with banana mix. Stir in nuts and/or chocolate.
  • Divide into 3 pans (about 1000 gms per pan). Bake for 1 ¼ hours (until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean).
  • Cool 5 minutes on wire rack still in pan. Then remove from pan and place top side up. Cool completely before slicing. Wrap tightly and store a room temperature for 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.

CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD



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This is a very different banana bread recipe; it has chocolate chips, cocoa, and a touch of sour cream. Delicious!

Provided by Tracie P.

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     Banana Bread     Chocolate Banana Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup margarine, softened
2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
6 bananas, mashed
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup lite sour cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, cream together margarine, sugar and eggs. Stir in bananas and vanilla. Sift in flour, baking soda and cocoa; mix well. Blend in sour cream and chocolate chips. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center of a loaf comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.8 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 224.3 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

EASY BANANA NUT BREAD



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A yellow cake mix streamlines assembly of this moist golden bread. I searched a long while for a banana bread that was easy to make. This one takes no time at all, and makes two loaves. -Marie Davis, Pendleton, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 egg
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, egg and milk. Add bananas; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in pecans. , Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ONE BOWL CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA BREAD RECIPE BY TASTY



One Bowl Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe by Tasty image

We've all been baking banana bread lately, right? It's been good, but it's gotten, well, just a tad routine. In fact, it's probably making you go just a liiiittle bananas yourself! So it's time to sweeten the deal: this chocolate chip banana bread recipe combines two of your favorite things into one - now, you can have your chocolate and eat it too!

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Desserts

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ripe bananas
⅓ cup butter, melted
½ cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
salt, to taste
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • In a bowl, add the bananas and mash until smooth. Add in the melted butter and stir until well combined.
  • Add the sugar, egg, vanilla, baking soda, salt, and flour, and stir until the batter is smooth.
  • Add in the chocolate chips and pour the batter into a greased loaf pan. Top with additional chocolate chips.
  • Bake for 50 minutes to an hour, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool completely before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 27 grams

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make your banana bread tough.
  • Use a loaf pan that is at least 9x5 inches: A smaller pan will make your banana bread too thick and dense.
  • Bake the banana bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This usually takes about 55-65 minutes.
  • Let the banana bread cool completely before slicing and serving: This will help it to set and hold its shape.

Conclusion:

This easy banana bread recipe is a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. With its moist, flavorful crumb and rich chocolate-nut topping, this banana bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you have some ripe bananas on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try!

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