This Chocolate Banana Bread with Walnuts is a decadent twist on the classic banana bread. With rich cocoa, chocolate chips, and crunchy walnuts, this bread is a chocolate lover’s dream. It’s easy to make, wonderfully moist, and packed with flavor, making it perfect for any time of the day!
Ingredients
3 ripe bananas, mashed
2 large eggs
½ cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chocolate chips (optional for extra chocolatey goodness)
½ cup chopped walnuts (plus extra for topping)
Melted chocolate, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Mash the Bananas
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and sugar, then mix until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix the Batter
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the bread tender.
Add Chocolate Chips and Walnuts
Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, reserving a few for sprinkling on top.
Pour into Loaf Pan
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle additional walnuts on top.
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick 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.
Add Chocolate Drizzle (Optional)
Once the bread is cool, drizzle melted chocolate over the top for extra indulgence.
Serve and Enjoy
Slice and enjoy this rich, chocolatey banana bread with a cup of coffee, tea, or on its own!
Tips for the Best Chocolate Banana Bread
Use Overripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
Customize the Toppings : Try adding pecans or hazelnuts instead of walnuts, or sprinkle with shredded coconut for extra texture.
Storage: Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Variations
Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Bread : Swirl in ¼ cup of peanut butter for a delicious peanut butter-chocolate combination.
Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.
Vegan Chocolate Banana Bread: Use flax eggs (2 tablespoons flaxseed meal + 6 tablespoons water) and coconut oil instead of butter.
Nutritional Information (Per Slice)
Note: This is an estimate based on 12 slices.
Calories: 250
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4
Fat: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 20g
Preparation Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes