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Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 10 slices
Calories 350
A rich and moist banana bread infused with cocoa and chocolate chips, perfect for a decadent treat.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour (spooned leveled)
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder (not Dutch process)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons additional chocolate chips (for topping)

Wet Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • 0.25 cup plain yogurt or sour cream (at room temperature)
  • 1.5 cups mashed bananas (about 4 medium or 3 large ripe bananas)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (pure)
  • 2 tablespoons hot water

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9.5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  • Whisk dry ingredients and 2 tablespoons chocolate chips; set aside.
  • Cream butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in yogurt, bananas, and vanilla. Add dry ingredients and hot water; mix until just combined.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan, sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top, and bake for 60-65 minutes. Cover with foil halfway through baking.
  • Cool in pan for 1-2 hours before removing. Store at room temperature for 5 days or refrigerate up to 1 week.

Notes

For best flavor, let the banana bread sit for a day before slicing.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Banana, bread, chocolate