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March 3, 2019

Chocolate Banana Bread

The BEST Chocolate Banana Bread I’ve ever had! A soft and moist Chocolate Banana Bread filled to the brim with ripe bananas, cocoa, cinnamon and a handful of milk chocolate chips. 

Homemade chocolate banana bread in a baking tin

Chocolate lovers unite 💕

Just when you thought banana bread couldn’t get any better, we added a bucketload of chocolate. This gorgeous Chocolate Banana Bread is my new favourite obsession.

Soft and moist banana cake filled to the brim with milk chocolate chips.

Top view of a Chocolate Banana Bread loaf with chocolate chips on top

A few weeks ago, one of my readers asked if I had a recipe for Chocolate Banana Bread. I didn’t, but I was inspired to get to work. So here she is 👆🏻

My recipe for Chocolate Banana Bread that’s easy, sweet and downright delicious. It also freezes really well too!

Close up of a loaf of a Chocolate Banana Bread

So when you have overripe bananas sitting in your fruit bowl, you know what you have to do. And trust me, you won’t regret it. This Chocolate Banana Bread is soft and sweet, with just the right amount of chocolate and banana.

My advice? Bake this cake and cut it into thick slices. Smother it with a little butter, and enjoy for a delicious morning or afternoon tea.

Two slices of Chocolate Banana Bread on a white plate

I’ve always loved banana bread and banana cake. But after testing and eating my fair share of Chocolate Banana Bread, I don’t know if I can go back.

There’s just something about the fluffy texture, the hint of banana and cinnamon, and the gooey chocolate chips. It’s the perfect chocolate-covered storm.

A slice of Chocolate Banana Bread on a white plate

How to make Chocolate Banana Bread

  • For the most flavourful banana bread, make sure you use very ripe bananas – the more black and spotty the better!
  • This is a mix and stir recipe – no electric mixer or beater required. But it’s important not to over mix the batter – this will ensure your cake is soft and fluffy.
  • I prefer my banana bread to be less sweet than regular cake. That to me is the difference between cake and ‘bread’. But if you prefer a sweet banana bread, add an extra 1/4 cup of caster sugar – I’ve added this to the notes of the recipe.
  • As per the recipe, scatter a few chocolate chips on top before baking – just because it looks good!

A thick slice of Chocolate Banana Bread on a white plate

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Chocolate Banana Bread

★★★★★ 4.9 from 12 reviews
  • Author: Jessica Holmes
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 10
  • Category: Bread
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

Double chocolate banana bread topped with chocolate chips.


Ingredients

  • 175 grams (1 and 1/4 cup) plain flour
  • 40 grams (1/2 cup) cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 90 grams (1/2 cup) brown sugar
  • 50 grams (1/4 cup) caster sugar*
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 115 grams (1/2 cup or 1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 2 overripe bananas
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 60 ml (1/4 cup) milk
  • 75 grams (1/2 cup) milk chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Grease and line your 9 x 5 inch baking tin with baking or parchment paper. Preheat oven to 180 C (360 F). In a large mixing bowl, sift the flour, cocoa, baking soda and baking powder. Add sugars, and cinnamon and gently stir.
  2. In the microwave, heat the butter in a large heatproof bowl until just melted, stirring in between 10 second bursts. Remove the butter and set aside to cool slightly. Meanwhile, mash your bananas well using a fork.
  3. Next, add your vanilla, eggs and milk to your cooled butter and whisk gently until combined. Make a well in the middle of your dry ingredients, add wet ingredients and mashed banana. Very gently fold the mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon until the mixture is just combined – be careful not to over mix.
  4. Add 1/4 cup of chocolate chips to the batter. Pour mixture into prepared tin and sprinkle 1/4 cup of chocolate chips on top.
  5. Bake for approximately 45-50 minutes* or until a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean. Leave to cool on a wire rack.

Notes

This banana bread is not overly sweet, if you like your banana bread quite sweet like cake, add an extra 1/4 cup of caster sugar – 1/2 cup in total.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320

Keywords: Banana bread, Chocolate banana bread

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Jessica Holmes
Hi there, I'm Jess. My life changed forever when my travels to the USA opened my eyes to wonderful things like smores milkshakes, red velvet cake and New York cheesecake. Now I love to spend my days creating American-inspired desserts. Read More.

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Comments

  1. AvatarMaria says

    November 8, 2019 at 12:28 am

    So, i made this as a thank you gift..it never made it out of the house😇 so delicious! Just about to make two more to be on the safe side 😂 thank you!

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      November 8, 2019 at 6:34 am

      Hahaha aww I love hearing that! So glad you enjoyed it Maria!

      Reply
  2. AvatarKenny says

    November 4, 2019 at 12:51 pm

    One last question… I want to make the day before. Should I leave it out, or refrigerate?

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      November 4, 2019 at 12:54 pm

      When it’s cooled, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container and leave out.

      Reply
      • AvatarKenny says

        November 4, 2019 at 1:00 pm

        Sorry, just being a nervous Nelly (this is for my wife’s birthday). Should I leave in the loaf pan (was planning on using parchment)?

        Reply
        • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

          November 4, 2019 at 1:01 pm

          Once it’s baked? Let it cool for a few minutes in the pan, then remove it and let it cool on a wire rack.

          Reply
  3. AvatarKenny says

    November 4, 2019 at 12:44 pm

    Also, I’m in US, is 9 x 5 baking tin this? https://www.amazon.com/Good-Cook-04026-4026-Loaf/dp/B0026RHI64

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      November 4, 2019 at 12:51 pm

      Yes that’s right Kenny. And I wrote a blog about caster sugar that might help –
      https://www.sweetestmenu.com/what-is-caster-sugar/

      Reply
  4. AvatarKenny says

    November 4, 2019 at 12:40 pm

    Can I skip the caster sugar? also my wife doesn’t like milk chocolate, you think OK with semi-seet or dark chocolate?

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      November 4, 2019 at 12:42 pm

      Hi Kenny! Don’t leave out the sugar – you can use granulated instead. And semi sweet or dark chocolate will be fine! ☺️

      Reply
  5. AvatarJenny Octigan says

    October 6, 2019 at 6:30 pm

    Currently baking in the oven, looks amazing! I’ve left a cupcake size potion for my little one, how long would I bake for cupcakes?

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      October 6, 2019 at 6:42 pm

      Hi Jenny! For a regular sized cupcake, I usually check around the 16 minute mark. Hope you enjoy them!

      Reply
  6. AvatarDarci Kelly says

    October 3, 2019 at 4:13 am

    hello. can i replace the chocolate chips with a mixture of some nutella, chocolate serial and cocoa powder?

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      October 3, 2019 at 6:36 am

      Hi Darci, if you want to use Nutella, I recommend just swirling it over the top rather than mixing it into the batter.

      Reply
  7. Avatarhind says

    September 15, 2019 at 9:40 pm

    do you think i can use frozen bananas?

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      September 15, 2019 at 9:42 pm

      Hi, yes you could but you’ll need to thaw them and mash them like fresh bananas.

      Reply
  8. AvatarFiggy says

    August 20, 2019 at 5:22 pm

    Delicious 👌 also added some walnuts ontop..

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      August 20, 2019 at 5:23 pm

      Awesome! And great idea to add walnuts!

      Reply
  9. AvatarGeorge says

    August 8, 2019 at 12:44 am

    I made this but sliced in half and filled with Nutella. Very good indeed

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      August 8, 2019 at 6:10 am

      That sounds amazing! Glad you liked it George.

      Reply
  10. AvatarJennifer says

    July 20, 2019 at 3:43 am

    Just made this beautiful cake Jessica… thank you for sharing the recipe it turned out delicious 🙂

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      July 20, 2019 at 5:47 am

      So happy to hear that Jennifer! Thank you for the lovely feedback!

      Reply
  11. Avatarwjun says

    July 18, 2019 at 8:02 pm

    Hi….how grams for 2 overipe bananas ? thank you!

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      July 18, 2019 at 8:16 pm

      Hi, around 180 grams or 3/4 cup of mashed banana.

      Reply
  12. AvatarLouise says

    July 15, 2019 at 3:19 am

    Absolutely gorgeous! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      July 15, 2019 at 6:32 am

      So glad you liked it Louise!

      Reply
  13. AvatarZelalem says

    June 8, 2019 at 12:51 am

    This was really good! I’m impressed. I made 1 + 1/2 of the recipe and i’m glad i did. I’m about to make it again right now. Thank you.

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      June 8, 2019 at 8:03 am

      Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it Zelalem! ☺️

      Reply
  14. AvatarCharlene says

    May 28, 2019 at 1:06 am

    About to try it now. This looks really good.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      May 28, 2019 at 6:33 am

      Hope you enjoy it Charlene!

      Reply
  15. AvatarMel says

    May 26, 2019 at 1:23 am

    Made this last night and loved it! Perfect way to spice up having regular banana bread all the time 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      May 26, 2019 at 7:33 am

      Aww so glad you enjoyed it Mel!

      Reply
  16. AvatarJillian says

    March 26, 2019 at 12:53 pm

    Looks good and can’t wait to try it. Can you give an estimate in grams or cups how much banana is required? Since bananas come in many different sizes, I don’t want to end up using too little or too much.

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      March 26, 2019 at 12:57 pm

      Hi Jillian, good question! Two bananas is roughly about 3/4 cup to 1 cup mashed, but banana bread is generally quite forgiving, so I wouldn’t worry too much ☺️ I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
      • AvatarJillian says

        June 8, 2019 at 12:35 pm

        Thanks. Can’t wait to try it

        Reply
  17. AvatarZee says

    March 21, 2019 at 11:54 pm

    Made this and it was delicious.It was a hit with all thanks for sharing 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      March 22, 2019 at 6:38 am

      Awesome! Thanks Zee! ☺️

      Reply
  18. AvatarHanan says

    March 6, 2019 at 10:07 pm

    Hi can I replace the plain flour with coconut or almond flour?

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      March 7, 2019 at 6:32 am

      Hi Hanan, I’m sorry I have tested the recipe with these flours so I’m not sure.

      Reply
  19. AvatarBrittany Reid says

    March 4, 2019 at 11:25 pm

    Ah this is the recipe I wanted – thanks so much for creating!

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      March 5, 2019 at 6:37 am

      You are welcome! Thanks for the great idea ☺️

      Reply
  20. AvatarNatalie says

    March 3, 2019 at 3:55 pm

    Chocolate and banana is the perfect combo! This banana bread looks perfect!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      March 3, 2019 at 3:56 pm

      Thanks Natalie!

      Reply
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