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Double Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe

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This Double Chocolate Banana Bread is a rich, moist, and decadent treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the deep flavor of cocoa and chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this loaf is easy to make and bursting with chocolatey goodness.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
  • 3/4 cup Brown sugar (packed, light or dark)
  • 3 Large ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 2 Large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste

Chocolate

  • 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/4 cup Mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×5 inch loaf pan with non-stick baking spray and line it with parchment paper to ease removal after baking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Mash bananas: In a small bowl, use a fork or potato masher to thoroughly mash the ripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter and brown sugar until a thick paste forms. Then stir in the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla bean paste until well combined.
  5. Add eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the wet mixture, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure even incorporation.
  6. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. The batter will be somewhat lumpy due to the bananas.
  7. Add chocolate chips: Fold in the semi-sweet and mini chocolate chips gently to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
  8. Fill and top the pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, filling it about three-quarters full. If you have extra batter, consider using a muffin pan. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips over the top for a decorative and flavorful touch.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool and serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it sit in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a cooling rack and allow to cool completely before slicing and serving. Store covered at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the best sweetness and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the texture tender.
  • You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor.
  • Ensure eggs and sour cream are at room temperature to achieve a smooth batter.
  • Chocolate chips can be adjusted based on desired chocolate intensity.
  • Store banana bread covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/double-chocolate-banana-bread-recipe/