About This Recipe
I can always tell what's going to happen when I smell overripe bananas on the counter. Yes, it's time for my go-to comfort food: this recipe for chocolate banana bread. Something about the combination of sweet, caramel-like bananas and rich cocoa flavor strikes the perfect balance between being comforting, chocolaty, and decadent enough.
I started making this during a cold, rainy week when Sultan and I were both stuck indoors. This easy chocolate banana bread recipe was created because we were craving something sweet but not overly dense. It's one of our weekend staples now, and in my opinion, it's best enjoyed with warm coffee and cozy socks. If you love this kind of cozy treat, you should also check out my Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe — it’s another reader favorite!
I started making this during a cold, rainy week when Sultan and I were both stuck indoors. This easy chocolate banana bread recipe was created because we were craving something sweet but not overly dense. It's one of our weekend staples now, and in my opinion, it's best enjoyed with warm coffee and cozy socks. If you love this kind of cozy treat, you should also check out my Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe — it’s another reader favorite!
Tools to Bake Chocolate Goodness
To make this Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe just right, you’ll only need a few everyday kitchen tools like a mixing bowl, whisk, and loaf pan. I’ve linked the same high-quality items I use—some even come with nice discounts. These are perfect for getting that rich, moist crumb every time!
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
3 ripe bananas (about 1 ¼ cups mashed)
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup plain yogurt (or sour cream)
¼ cup melted butter (or neutral oil)
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3
In another bowl, mash bananas. Add brown sugar, yogurt, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
Step 4
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined — don’t overmix.
Step 5
Toss chocolate chips (and nuts, if using) in 1 tsp flour, then fold into the batter.
Step 6
Pour into the loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
Step 7
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift it out and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition Information
Calories
285
Saturated Fat
4.5g
Carbs
38g
Sugars
20g
Protein
4g
Sodium
190mg
Fiber
3g
Secret Tips
Use really ripe bananas — brown and spotty is best for that deep banana flavor.
Don’t overmix the batter. For the softest texture, simply stir until everything is combined.
Let it rest after baking for 10–15 minutes before slicing — it’s worth the wait.
Toss your chocolate chips in a little flour before mixing in to prevent sinking.
Want more baking tips or swaps? Check out my Ingredient Substitution Finder tool — it’s a lifesaver!
Don’t overmix the batter. For the softest texture, simply stir until everything is combined.
Let it rest after baking for 10–15 minutes before slicing — it’s worth the wait.
Toss your chocolate chips in a little flour before mixing in to prevent sinking.
Want more baking tips or swaps? Check out my Ingredient Substitution Finder tool — it’s a lifesaver!
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