Double Chocolate Banana Bread
Indulge in this decadent Double Chocolate Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack. The rich chocolate complements the banana perfectly, creating an irresistible loaf you’ll want to make again and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a small bowl, mash the bananas. Stir the mashed bananas and sour cream into the wet ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra chocolatey flavor, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled bread. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a truly indulgent dessert.
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