Double Chocolate Banana Bread is unlike anything you have ever tried before! Its literally mouthwatering delicious, moist & bursting with incredible flavor!
For those of you that already enjoy the sweetness and comfort that traditional banana bread brings, be sure to try this amazing Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe!
Take your traditional banana bread recipe to the next level with this incredible yet easy Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe. The chocolate and banana pair perfectly together to create a delicious baked treat.
What is Banana Bread?
Banana bread is a sweet baked treat known as comfort food for many people. It’s the perfect way to make use of bananas before they go bad. So, if you have some bananas sitting on your kitchen countertop that no one is eating, you might want to consider using them to prepare this delicious Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe.
It’s an easy recipe to follow that will leave you with an incredible baked treat to enjoy with family and friends. You can make it to eat at home or prepare it for special occasions, surprising someone special in your life with a delicious dessert that tastes great while it’s warm, room temperature, or cold.
Why You’re Going to Love the Chocolate Banana Bread
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It’s the perfect sweet treat to satisfy your craving for something delicious. If you’re in the mood for fruit, chocolate, or even baked goods, you can enjoy a slice of the Chocolate Banana Bread.
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The chocolate topping takes this bread to the next level, making it even better than traditional banana bread.
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It’s a family favorite! Once you prepare this recipe, you’re going to have your children and other loved ones asking you to make it again and again.
How many bananas do I need for this recipe?
You’re only going to need four small bananas to make this bread. Make sure the bananas are overripe beforehand.
Do I have to use semi-sweet chocolate chips in the banana bread?
The semi-sweet chocolate chips go great when added to the Chocolate Banana Bread. They add more chocolate flavor to each slice. However, if you don’t have semi-sweet chocolate chips, you can use milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even white chocolate. It’s fine to experiment with the different options to see which flavor you like best with your banana bread.
What will I need for the topping?
You’ll need heavy cream combined with packed light brown sugar, salted butter, pure vanilla extract, and semi-sweet chocolate chips to prepare the topping that you will add on top of your banana bread. The chocolate topping has a slightly sweet taste that adds something extra to each slice. If you want to switch things up, you can use a combination of semi-sweet chocolate chips with other flavors, such as white chocolate chips. Not only does it enhance the flavor of this Chocolate Banana Bread, but it also makes it look even more aesthetically pleasing.
Do I have to add the topping to the banana bread?
While the topping is optional, it’s worth adding to the banana bread because it gives it more flavor. If you love chocolate, you’re going to want to add the topping to the bread.
How long does the bread need to bake?
Be sure to bake your bread for a minimum of 55 minutes. You may need to leave it baking for up to an hour. Once it’s ready, remove it from the oven and place it on a wire cooling rack to let the bread cool down while you focus on preparing the chocolate topping to add on top of it.
When do I add the chocolate topping?
It’s best to add the chocolate topping after allowing the mixture to cool down. So, while you have your banana bread cooling on the wire rack, prepare the topping and set it off to the side. Once it’s cool, you can drizzle it over the top of the Chocolate Banana Bread, adding as much or as little of it as you’d like to cover the top.
How do I store the Chocolate Banana Bread?
Pre-slice your banana bread into individual servings, wrap each slice in plastic wrap, and then place the wrapped pieces in a plastic food storage container to preserve freshness. You can also put your banana bread in a bread box to keep it as fresh as possible. If you don’t want to pre-cut slices, you can wrap the entire bread in plastic wrap and/or aluminum foil to keep it fresh. Some people like to keep their banana bread in the fridge!
This Banana and Chocolate loaf is worth making for any occasion! Pot lucks , gift giving, bake sales , church functions or just as an amazing dessert or breakfast in the morning!
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Double Chocolate Banana Bread
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread:
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 cup 1 stick salted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pure cane sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 4 small overripe bananas mashed or pureed
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar
- 1 tsp. salted butter
- 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 6 tbsp. semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F and spray a 9 x 5 inch bread pan with cooking spray.
- Lightly dust the inside of the pan with flour and set aside.
- In a large bowl, sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda and whisk to combine.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat softened butter, brown sugar, and cane sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs and mashed bananas until combined.
- Add dry ingredients and chocolate chips and mix until combined, being careful not to overmix the batter.
- Pour into the prepared bread pan and bake for 55 minutes to 1 hour.
- Let cool in the pan for about 1 hour before transferring to a wire cooling rack.
To prepare the topping
- combine heavy cream and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Cook the mixture, whisking continuously, until sugar is dissolved.
- Add vanilla extract and butter and whisk until butter is melted.
- Remove from heat and add chocolate chips.
- Let sit for 2-3 minutes before whisking until combined.
- Allow the topping to cool completely.
- When ready to serve, place a shallow dish below the cooling rack to catch any excess topping. Drizzle chocolate topping over the banana bread, slice, and serve.
- ENJOY!
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