Hello again! Yes, I know it’s been QUITE a while since I’ve posted a recipe and I do have a very good reason for that: pregnancy. I have to say; morning sickness is no joke. For about 4 months, the last thing I wanted to think about was food… let alone preparing it, writing about it, smelling it or taking pictures of it. I wanted to be as far away from food as possible. But now that I’m past the hard part, I can finally get back to cooking and even better, EATING! What better way to open up a pregnant lady’s appetite than this delicious Double Chocolate Banana Bread recipe.

Unlike my usual go-to Banana Bread or my Vegan Banana Bread, this recipe doesn’t hold back! It’s got sugar, it’s got chocolate, it’s got butter and much more. I decided to cut the restrictions and finally make a banana bread recipe that will satisfy my chocolatey cravings times two.

SOUR CREAM FOR EXTRA RICHNESS

The ingredients in this double chocolate banana bread are simple, but I think what gives it such a rich texture and taste is the addition of sour cream. It adds an extra level of “fluffiness” to the batter which helps the banana bread bake to perfection every time. And just a little note that Greek yogurt works just as well as sour cream in this recipe if you’re looking for a substitution!

IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR AN AFFORDABLE LOAF PAN, HERE’S MY RECOMMENDATION:

Goodcook Nonstick Bakeware, 9 x 5 Inch

WHAT MAKES THIS BANANA BREAD DOUBLE CHOCOLATE?

The heaping 1/2 cup of baking cocoa adds the initial base of chocolate flavor to this banana bread. But the addition of chocolate chips inside AND on top of the banana bread is the double-chocolate bonus we all need! It’s always a nice surprise to take a bite out of something that has “hidden” chocolate chips in it. The chocolate chips compliment the fluffy banana bread perfectly and add that “double chocolate” flavor to the final product. Not to mention, they just look great aesthetically.

My favorite part about this bread is that it bakes so evenly and flawlessly. Every oven is different, but for me, 1 hour has always been the exact amount of time needed to ensure the bread cooks through perfectly. This Double Chocolate Banana Bread recipe hasn’t let me down yet and I hope it meets your expectations as well! Read on for the full recipe.

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Double Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe

Course: DessertDifficulty: Easy

Makes

slices

Prep time

minutes

Bake time

hour

Calories

407

kcal

A moist, fluffy, perfectly baked Double Chocolate Banana Bread! The addition of chocolate chips inside AND on top of the batter gives that “double-chocolate” flavor to the final product.

Ingredients

1/2 cup melted butter
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tsp vanilla
3 ripe, mashed bananas
1 cup flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup chocolate chips, divided

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9×5 loaf pan
In a large bowl, add the melted butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar. Beat on medium speed until well combined
Next, add the egg, vanilla and sour cream to the bowl. Mix well until smooth
Mash the ripe bananas with a fork and add them to the mixing bowl. Beat with a mixer until everything is well combined
Add the flour, baking cocoa and baking soda into the bowl. Beat on medium until all ingredients are blended together smoothly
Add HALF the chocolate chips to the batter. Stir with a spoon to evenly distribute
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and top with the rest of the chocolate chips
Place in oven and bake for about 60 minutes (All ovens vary therefore, insert toothpick to ensure it comes out clean. If it’s still a little runny, return to oven for another 5 minutes. Repeat until toothpick comes out clean)
Let cool completely before removing from pan. Enjoy!

Notes

STORAGE: You can keep it tightly wrapped in plastic or in an air tight container at room temperature for about 3 days. Afterwards, it’s best to refrigerate it.
Calories & Nutritional Info may vary based on different brands and ingredients used. Nutritional Info below was calculated using Very Fit Well’s Nutrition Calculator.

Nutrition Facts

8 servings per container

Calories407

Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.8g 32%
- Saturated Fat 13.3g 67%
Cholesterol 59mg 20%
Sodium 273mg 12%

Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
Potassium 370mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 53.1g 18%
- Dietary Fiber 4.1g 17%
- Sugars 31.6g
Protein 5.8g 12%

Calcium 6%
Iron 13%
Vitamin D 49%

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.