Best 6 Easy Chocolate Banana Bread Recipes

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Comforting, moist, and rich with chocolate and banana flavors, easy chocolate banana bread is the perfect solution for those days when you crave something sweet and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. With just a few pantry staples and a couple of ripe bananas, you can whip up this delicious treat in no time. Whether you prefer a classic loaf or tempting muffins, our curated collection of recipes offers something for every taste. Indulge in decadent chocolate chunks, luscious swirls of banana, and a hint of warming spices in every bite. Get ready to embark on a delightful baking journey with our handpicked selection of easy chocolate banana bread recipes, designed to bring smiles to your kitchen and joy to your taste buds.

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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.

CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD



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Bake a loaf of tender, chocolatey chocolate banana bread! Double chocolate with cocoa and chocolate chips, it's sure to vanish.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Dessert     Baking

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 large ripe bananas (easily mashable)
1/3 cup melted butter
3/4 cup brown sugar (packed, light or dark)
1 teaspoon salt (1/2 a teaspoon if using salted butter)
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Prepare the pan and preheat oven: Butter or spray with cooking spray the inside of a 5 x 9-inch loaf pan. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) with a rack in the middle.
  • Puree the bananas: Using a blender, food processor, or a fork, puree the peeled ripe bananas until smooth. You should have 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups of banana puree.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 349 mg, Sugar 19 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize Makes one 9x5-inch loaf, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

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

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

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

DARK CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Dark Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: ripe bananas, eggs, 2% plain greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, baking soda, wheat flour, dark cocoa powder, chocolate chips

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Desserts

Yield 10 slices

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ripe bananas
2 eggs
½ cup 2% plain greek yogurt
⅓ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup wheat flour
½ cup dark cocoa powder
½ cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • In a medium bowl, mash bananas.
  • Mix eggs, yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and baking soda into mixture.
  • Add flour, dark cocoa powder and mix.
  • Add chocolate chips and gently fold into mixture.
  • Pour the batter into a greased 9x5-inch (23x12 cm) bread pan.
  • Bake for about 45 mins, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the middle of the bread. (Baking times may vary, so keep an eye on the bread.)
  • Allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 22 grams

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the bread is cooked through.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing: This will help to prevent the bread from crumbling.
  • Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days: You can also freeze the bread for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Chocolate banana bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, sweet banana flavor, and rich chocolate chips, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give chocolate banana bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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