There’s something deeply comforting about banana bread. Maybe it’s the way it fills your kitchen with warm, nostalgic aromas. Or how it transforms overripe bananas into golden slices of joy. Either way, this banana bread recipe is a hug in loaf form — with a touch of cocoa to make it just a little extra special.
Whether you’re baking it on a rainy day or making it as a gift for someone you love, this recipe is simple, delicious and filled with ingredients you likely already have on hand.
Ingredients
1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (41g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup neutral oil such as Canola or Olive Oil
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream, at room temperature
1 and 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 medium or 3 large)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Step 1:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until creamy.
Step 2:
Add the oil to the mashed bananas.
Step 3:
Add the eggs and the vanilla extract.
Step 4:
Add the sugar and mix well until everything is well combined.
Step 5:
Now add the yogurt and give it a good mix but make sure to leave some banana lumps in there for added texture.
Step 6:
Now add in the dry Ingredients. Start with the flour.
Now the cocoa powder.
and finally the baking soda, baking powder and salt.
Step 7:
Mix all ingredients. Be careful not to overmix — the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
Step 8:
Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan. If you’re feeling fancy, sprinkle some chocolate chips or sliced almonds on top.
And bake for 30 minutes!
Final result a moist tender and delicious chocolate banana bread!
Optional Chocolate Glaze
Melt ½ cup chocolate chips with 1 tbsp coconut oil and drizzle it over the cooled banana bread for that irresistible glossy finish.
Let’s Bake Together
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