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    Moist Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe

    Published: Mar 6, 2023 by Radwa ·

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    Incredibly soft and moist Chocolate Banana Bread! It is made with 2 ripe bananas and 3 different varieties of chocolate and topped with walnuts.

    Triple chocolate banana bread with walnuts, whole loaf cake.

    Moist Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe

    I adore this banana bread with walnuts and chocolate! I find the pairing of chocolate and bananas AMAZING and SO delicious. Plus, this is my favorite way to use up any extra ripe bananas I have

    In this triple chocolate banana bread recipe I used semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder and chocolate ganache topping; it is every chocolate lover's dream.

    This fuss-free recipe is the only banana bread recipe I have been making for 10 years now.

    Need more banana bread recipes? I also have delicious Chocolate chip banana bread and Easy chocolate chip banana muffins! They are perfect for breakfast, a treat or a snack.

    Triple chocolate banana bread with walnuts slices.

    You'll Need

    All-purpose flour: I highly recommend measuring the flour right to get the best texture.

    Cocoa powder: Make sure to use good quality, natural and unsweetened cocoa powder. However, you can use Dutch process cocoa if you already have it in your pantry.

    Baking powder and baking soda: They give the bread a fluffy texture.

    Sugar: I use granulated sugar.

    Eggs: I prefer using large eggs at room temperature in baking.

    Butter: It gives the bread a rich flavor. I use unsalted butter.

    Ripe bananas: I used 2 large ripe bananas, which gives a delicious banana flavour. You can use 3 medium ones.

    Vanilla extract: It adds more flavor to the bread.

    Semi-sweet chocolate: Use chocolate bars or chocolate chips. It adds a rich chocolate flavor to the loaf cake.

    Walnuts: I like to use walnuts for a crunchy texture.

    Milk: Adding milk gives the bread a nice, moist texture, I prefer whole milk!

    Toppings: I used chocolate ganache and some chopped walnuts for topping.

    “See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.”

    How to Make The Recipe

    One: Preheat the oven to 180C/350F and grease an 5-inch loaf pan with butter or line with parchment paper.

    Two: Use a fork to mash the bananas and set aside.

    Tip: Make sure to mash the bananas NOT slicing it. Slicing the bananas may form lumps when cooked.

    Three: In a small mixing bowl, mix (dry ingredients) flour, baking powder, baking soda, a pinch of salt and cocoa powder.

    Beat the eggs and sugar well until they become fluffy.

    Four: In another large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the eggs and sugar well until they become fluffy.

    mix in vanilla extract, melted butter, mashed bananas, chopped walnut and chocolate.

    Five: Add vanilla extract, melted butter and milk. Whisk until combined.

    Six: Stir in the mashed bananas, chopped walnut and chocolate with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula.

    Fold in the dry ingredients, Pour the batter into the loaf pan, then bake.

    Seven: Fold in the dry ingredients, stir until combined. Pour the batter into the loaf pan, then bake for 45-50 minutes.

    Tip: Make sure to not overbake the bread; it leaves the bread dry.

    Eight: Let it cool for 5-10 minutes, then take the bread out of the tin on a wire rack to cool completely

    Tip: Wait for the bread to cool down before you remove it from the pan.

    Nine: Drizzle the chocolate ganache on top of it and sprinkle the chopped walnut. Slice and serve.

    chocolate banana nut bread on a chopping board.

    How To Ripen Bananas Quickly?

    Using ripe bananas is what gives a delicious flavour to the bread. But if you don’t have ripe bananas, just preheat the oven to 350F / 180C and place the bananas on parchment paper without peeling them.

    Once it’s preheated, put them in for 15 minutes, and the outside of the bananas will begin to turn brown. Remove the bananas from the oven and let them cool down. You will have delicious mushy bananas that are ready to use.

    How To Store It

    Store for 4-5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

    To freeze it, I cut the whole loaf and then wrap the individual slices in parchment paper or aluminum foil and keep it in the freezer for 1-2 months, thaw overnight.

    One slice of triple chocolate banana bread in a plate.

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    Chocolate banana bread drizzled with melted chocolate and topped with walnuts.
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    5 from 13 votes

    Moist Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe

    Incredibly soft and moist chocolate banana bread! It is made with 2 ripe bananas and 3 different varieties of chocolate and topped with walnuts.
    Course Baking, Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes minutes
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 196kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Loaf pan
    • Mixing bowl
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring cups

    Ingredients

    • 1.25 cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • pinch of salt
    • ⅓ cup butter
    • 1 cup ripe banana
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate , chopped
    • ½ cup walnut , chopped, chopped (optional)
    • 3 tablespoon milk

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180C / 350F and grease a loaf pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
    • Use a fork to mash the bananas and set aside.
      1 cup ripe banana
    • In a small mixing bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, a pinch of salt and cocoa powder.
      1.25 cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, pinch of salt
    • In a large mixing bowl, using an electric whisk, beat the eggs and sugar well until they become fluffy.
      2 large eggs, ½ cup granulated sugar
    • Add vanilla extract, butter and milk. Whisk until combined.
      ⅓ cup butter, 2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 3 tablespoon milk
    • Stir in the mashed bananas, chopped walnut and chocolate.
      1 cup ripe banana, ½ cup walnut, ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate
    • Fold in the dry ingredients, stir until combined.
    • Pour the batter into the bread tin, then bake for 45-50 minutes.
    • Let it cool down completely, then drizzle the chocolate ganache on top of it and sprinkle the chopped walnut. Slice and serve.

    Notes

    Make sure to wait for the bread to cool down before you remove it from the pan.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 59IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. M.H says

      October 17, 2023 at 12:15 am

      5 stars
      I love this recipe! Thanks.

      Reply
    2. Clair says

      June 18, 2021 at 12:05 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is my go-to chocolate banana bread when I have extra bananas in my kitchen. The recipe is so easy to follow, and the bread is moist and tastes amazing.

      Reply
    3. Madison says

      June 17, 2021 at 2:40 am

      5 stars
      I made this banana loaf yesterday - I added cinnamon and some raisins to the batter. I also used unsweetened cocoa powder and chocolate chips. It turned out beautiful. I will definitely make it again. Thanks!!

      Reply
    4. Harper says

      June 17, 2021 at 2:39 am

      5 stars
      This is the best banana double chocolate bread. Thank you for making me try it.

      Reply
    5. Lillian says

      June 17, 2021 at 2:38 am

      5 stars
      Which is the best to use, dutch process cocoa powder or natural cocoa powder?

      Reply
      • Radwa says

        June 18, 2021 at 12:06 am

        I prefer using natural cocoa powder. However, you can use a good quality dutch process cocoa powder if you like.

        Reply
    6. Kate says

      June 16, 2021 at 7:36 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious! I added some chocolate chips on top of it before baking instead of the melted chocolate and walnuts.

      Reply
    7. Olivia says

      June 16, 2021 at 7:35 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is really good. Everyone who tries it wants more! It’s so chocolaty, and it has the perfect texture.

      Reply
    8. Elena says

      June 16, 2021 at 7:34 pm

      5 stars
      The banana bread is so moist and rich; It also has lots of banana flavour.

      Reply
    9. Skylar says

      June 16, 2021 at 7:33 pm

      5 stars
      I used ghee instead of butter and reduced the granulated sugar to 1/2 cup. The banana bread turned out so good!! Thanks for sharing this wonderful recipe.

      Reply
    10. Aubrey says

      June 16, 2021 at 7:32 pm

      5 stars
      This is by far the best chocolate banana bread recipe I have ever made. I am on a low sugar diet, so I substituted the granulated sugar with Erythritol, and I also used sugar-free chocolate.

      Reply
    5 from 13 votes (3 ratings without comment)

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