{"id":361195,"date":"2026-05-27T11:37:05","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T11:37:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/som2nynetwork.com\/?p=361195"},"modified":"2026-05-27T11:37:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T11:37:05","slug":"healthy-chocolate-banana-bread-foolproof-1-bowl-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/som2nynetwork.com\/?p=361195","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106592\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" class=\"wp-image-106592\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:800px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-225x300.jpg.webp 225w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-350x466.jpg.webp 350w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-250x333.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-180x240.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-150x200.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106592\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" alt=\"A loaf of chocolate banana bread in a parchment-lined baking pan, topped with chocolate chips. Text overlay reads &quot;Chocolate Banana Bread&quot;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-350x466.jpg 350w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-180x240.jpg 180w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Cover-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Got overripe bananas? This <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/best-caramelized-banana-bread-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caramelized Banana Bread<\/a> is my favorite banana bread recipe because it\u2019s whole grain, naturally sweetened, and REALLY yummy.<\/p>\n<p>But when my daughter said she was getting tired of banana bread (after having it for breakfast for 3 weeks straight), I had to come up with an alternate plan that was still just as healthy and delicious, but different enough to appease her.<\/p>\n<p>So, I did the most logical thing I could think of: I added chocolate.<\/p>\n<p>If you like classic banana bread, this chocolate banana bread recipe is going to knock your socks off!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HEALTHY CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>I know there are a lot of banana bread recipes on the internet, but here\u2019s why I like this healthy chocolate banana bread the best:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One bowl + blender = minimal dishes<\/li>\n<li>Batter comes together in less than 5 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Freezer-friendly<\/li>\n<li>Easy to double or triple<\/li>\n<li>Converts to chocolate banana bread muffins easily<\/li>\n<li>Made with whole grain flour and naturally sweetened<\/li>\n<li>Guilt-free morning chocolate fix<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106591\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" class=\"wp-image-106591\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:800px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-2.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-2-200x300.jpg.webp 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-2-150x225.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106591\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" alt=\"An overhead view of a loaf of chocolate chip chocolate banana bread on a wire rack, with a few slices cut\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CHOCOLATE AND BANANA BREAD RECIPE INGREDIENTS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Here are the simple pantry staples you\u2019ll need for chocolate chip chocolate banana bread:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bananas.<\/strong> Choose fully ripe or brown bananas. See my note below for picking the perfect bananas for your banana cocoa bread.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coconut Sugar.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/37aWmew\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coconut sugar<\/a> gives this the right smooth sweetness without overdoing it. You can also use <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Cs0bKy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">granulated sugar<\/a> or light <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/how-to-make-brown-sugar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">brown sugar<\/a> instead if that\u2019s what you have on hand.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coconut Oil.<\/strong> Melted butter works as well. Cocoa powder absorbs moisture, so adding fat like <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2b6vKh6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">coconut oil<\/a> to the batter keeps the chocolate banana bread from drying out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flour.<\/strong> Choose <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2NxwSQA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">all-purpose<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Jg7i04\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">whole wheat flour<\/a>, or try a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VFaQhR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">gluten-free all-purpose flour substitute<\/a> for gluten-free chocolate banana bread. You can even use <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/review-mockmill-grain-mill\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"72366\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">freshly milled flour<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unsweetened Cocoa Powder.<\/strong> It wouldn\u2019t be CHOCOLATE banana bread without the chocolate flavor! <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2EAzeGJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Dutch-process cocoa<\/a> or natural cocoa powder works well here.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking Soda.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3TbfzFD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Baking soda<\/a> is for lift, so your cocoa banana bread isn\u2019t too heavy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt.<\/strong> A bit of <a href=\"https:\/\/seasalt.avajaneskitchen.com\/penny?AFFID=492522\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">salt<\/a> helps bring out the sweetness in the bread.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Large Eggs. <\/strong>Help hold everything together and add to the light-and-fluffy factor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract.<\/strong> Learn <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/homemade-vanilla-extract\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to make your own here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dark Chocolate Chips (optional).<\/strong> Fold <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3g7mU5b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">these<\/a> into the batter before baking, or sprinkle <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3uNCVXk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">mini chocolate chips<\/a> onto the top of the batter for a pretty chocolate chocolate chip banana bread.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>If you\u2019re interested in milling your own grains or making your own flour, I highly recommend <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/go\/mockmill\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Mockmill<\/em><\/a><em>. For my full review, check out <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/review-mockmill-grain-mill\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>this post<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BANANAS FOR CHOCOLATE CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>How ripe should bananas be for banana bread?<\/p>\n<p>Most <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/best-caramelized-banana-bread-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">banana bread recipes<\/a> call for \u201cbrown bananas,\u201d which could range anywhere from small brown spots to big brown spots to nearly completely brown and soft.<\/p>\n<p>The darker your banana, the sweeter the bread will be, but I\u2019ve made this banana bread with barely ripe bananas (without any brown spots), and it was absolutely delicious.<\/p>\n<p>Unless your bananas are still green, I say it doesn\u2019t matter what your bananas look like \u2013 make this chocolate banana bread recipe anyway!<\/p>\n<p>Can you use frozen bananas for banana bread? You can as long as you thaw bananas first, and drain off the extra liquid. And you don\u2019t even need to mash bananas first since we\u2019re putting everything in the <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2PD25nm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">blender<\/a>!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Banana Stage<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Sweetness<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Moisture<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Best Use<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Green<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Very low<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Low<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Don\u2019t use<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yellow<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Low<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Medium<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Not ideal, but usable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Spotted<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Medium<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Medium-high<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Good<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Brown<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">High<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">High<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">BEST<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Frozen\/Thawed<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Very high<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Very high<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Great (lower the liquid slightly)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE CHIP CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>I\u2019ve made this chocolate and banana bread recipe dozens of times, yet it always surprises me at how quick and easy this recipe is to make!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1: Preheat the oven<\/strong> to 350F.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106589\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" class=\"wp-image-106589\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:800px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-4.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-4-200x300.jpg.webp 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-4-150x225.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106589\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" alt=\"An overhead view of a blender loaded with chocolate banana bread ingredients including bananas, eggs, and coconut sugar\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-4.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Step 2: In a <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2PD25nm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>blender<\/strong><\/a><strong>, combine the bananas, <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2b6vKh6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>coconut oil<\/strong><\/a><strong>, eggs, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/homemade-vanilla-extract\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>vanilla<\/strong><\/a><strong>,<\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/37aWmew\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">sugar<\/a>. Process until everything is smooth.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106590\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" class=\"wp-image-106590\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:800px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-6.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-6-200x300.jpg.webp 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-6-150x225.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106590\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" alt=\"Processed wet ingredients for chocolate and banana bread in a blender\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-6.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-6-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Step 3: In a <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33MJT13\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>large mixing bowl<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/398oWPA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>whisk<\/strong><\/a><strong> together<\/strong> the remaining dry ingredients, except the chocolate chips.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106594\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" class=\"wp-image-106594\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:800px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-3.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-3-200x300.jpg.webp 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-3-150x225.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106594\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" alt=\"A glass bowl of chocolate banana bread batter with a spatula\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Step 4: Add the banana mixture to the dry ingredients <\/strong>and stir together until just combined. Pour into a prepared loaf pan (I recommend a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3tfNz5T\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">9\u201dx5\u201d pan<\/a>). Sprinkle with <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3uNCVXk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">chocolate chips<\/a>, pressing them slightly into the batter so they don\u2019t detach as the chocolate banana bread bakes.<\/p>\n<p><em>Size matters! An 8\u201dx4\u201d loaf pan is too small for this amount of batter, and you\u2019ll end up with a loaf that sinks in the middle. If you only have that size of pan, bake the extra batter as muffins rather than overfilling the pan.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5: Bake for 42-47 minutes, <\/strong>until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 6: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes,<\/strong> then remove to a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2LmdDvb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">wire rack<\/a> to cool completely before slicing. This helps the bread slice smoothly and keeps the melty chocolate chips intact.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>To make chocolate banana bread muffins, scoop the batter into a prepared <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2rUQnIB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">muffin pan<\/a> and bake for 18-24 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Store leftover chocolate and banana bread in an <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZzYUO4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">airtight container<\/a> at room temperature for up to 4 days, or slice and freeze for up to 3 months.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106593\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" class=\"wp-image-106593\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.75;object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:auto\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-1.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-1-200x300.jpg.webp 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-1-150x225.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106593\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" alt=\"A few slices of the chocolate chocolate chip banana bread on a wire rack with the rest of the loaf nearby\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD VARIATIONS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Variation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Adjustments<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Result<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vegan Cocoa Banana Bread<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Use a flax egg plus another <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/egg-substitute\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">egg substitute<\/a> like aquafaba<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Slightly denser texture<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Sweeter Chocolate Banana Bread<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Substitute brown sugar for coconut sugar<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Moist and sweet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Gluten Free Chocolate Banana Bread<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Use <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VFaQhR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">gluten-free 1-to-1 flour substitute<\/a><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Less rise<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Chocolate Lovers Banana Bread<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fold chocolate chips into the batter AND sprinkle them on top<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Rich fudge-like dessert<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Follow the recipe as written<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Lightly sweet and tender<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">High Protein Chocolate and Banana Bread<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Replace \u00bd of the coconut oil with <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/transforming-ordinary-yogurt-into-homemade-greek-yogurt-and-whey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greek yogurt<\/a><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">More filling and satisfying<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HOW TO FREEZE CHOCOLATE CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA BREAD<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Because this double chocolate banana bread recipe is so easy to make and comes together so quickly, I almost always <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/how-to-save-time-money-batch-cooking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">make a double or triple batch<\/a>, especially if everyone decided they hate bananas this week and I ended up with a whole bunch of ripe ones!<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how I make multiple batches of chocolate banana bread:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>I make one batch and pour it into the loaf pan.<\/li>\n<li>Then, WITHOUT CLEANING OR RINSING, I re-use the <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2PD25nm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">blender<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Toypuu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">bowl<\/a> to make a second batch.<\/li>\n<li>When that one is in my second loaf pan, I re-use the blender and bowl AGAIN WITHOUT RINSING OR CLEANING and make a third batch.<\/li>\n<li>Repeat this process until you\u2019re out of bananas or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3tfNz5T\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">loaf pans<\/a> (or <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2rUQnIB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">muffin pans<\/a>!) and pop them all in the oven at the same time.<\/li>\n<li>THEN you can wash the two dishes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>To freeze the chocolate chocolate chip banana bread recipe:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cool the loaf completely and cut it into slices.<\/li>\n<li>Wrap the entire sliced loaf in plastic wrap and place it in a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3NelVku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">resealable freezer bag<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Then it\u2019s easy to just thaw what you need.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Read <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/ultimate-guide-freezing-bread-dough-baked-goods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>more about freezing bread and other baked goods here<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106586\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" class=\"wp-image-106586\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:800px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-225x300.jpg.webp 225w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-350x466.jpg.webp 350w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-250x333.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-180x240.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-150x200.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=106586\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" alt=\"A few slices of chocolate banana bread in front of the rest of the loaf on a wire rack\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-350x466.jpg 350w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-180x240.jpg 180w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/cropped-Chocolate-Banana-Bread-5-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BANANA BREAD COCOA RECIPE MISTAKES TO AVOID<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>I\u2019ve had my share of fails, but following this recipe for banana chocolate bread has cleared them right up! If you run into issues, you might have one of these problems.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The chocolate banana bread turned out gummy.<\/strong> This is likely due to using too many bananas in one loaf or not baking the bread long enough.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Banana bread didn\u2019t rise.<\/strong> How old is your baking soda? If it\u2019s been lurking in your cupboard for a while, it\u2019s probably time to grab a new package at the store.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Why did my chocolate banana chocolate chip bread fall in the center? <\/strong>This has happened to me too! I figured out that chocolate banana bread will sink in the center if the pan is too small or if it is overfilled.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The chocolate banana bread is dry and crumbly.<\/strong> It\u2019s most likely overbaked. Check the loaf by inserting a toothpick into the center \u2013 you should see moist crumbs, but it shouldn\u2019t be wet and gooey.<\/li>\n<li><strong>My banana bread is dense and chewy. <\/strong>Over-mixing the batter can cause these problems, since you start to develop the gluten in the flour. Good for bread-baking, but not so good for quick breads like this.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>WHAT TO SERVE WITH BANANA LOAF CHOCOLATE RECIPE<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Whether you enjoy this banana bread cocoa recipe for breakfast or a snack, it\u2019s a delicious addition to your day!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Enjoy your slice of chocolate and banana bread with these yummy toppings:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/truth-about-fats-13-reasons-to-eat-butter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Butter<\/a> (salted is better than unsalted butter for toppings)<\/li>\n<li>Melted <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/34Qr8fS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">peanut butter<\/a> and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/no-cook-freezer-strawberry-jam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">jam<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2G0etYO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">walnuts<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3HKt48J\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">pecans<\/a> sprinkled on top<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate hazelnut spread with chopped hazelnuts and fresh sliced strawberries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>This homemade chocolate and banana bread also pairs nicely with a hot beverage:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=110630\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" class=\"wp-image-110630\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:800px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-225x300.jpg.webp 225w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-350x466.jpg.webp 350w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-250x333.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-180x240.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-150x200.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=110630\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-description=\"This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!\" data-pin-title=\"Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread | Foolproof 1-Bowl Recipe\" alt=\"Creamer being poured into a mug of coffee, with a glass bottle of creamer behind\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-350x466.jpg 350w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-180x240.jpg 180w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Homemade-Vanilla-Bean-Coffee-Creamer-3-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>MACRO-FRIENDLY CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>On its own, this chocolate banana bread gets its calories mostly from carbohydrates, with some fat and a little bit of protein.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Make it a meal:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BANANA BREAD AND CHOCOLATE FAQS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1776093315497\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make chocolate banana bread eggless?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>I haven\u2019t tried that with this banana and chocolate chip bread, but it should work. Since the recipe calls for 3 eggs, I would try at least 2 different <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/egg-substitute\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">egg substitutes<\/a>, one for binding and one for fluffiness. <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/how-to-make-flax-egg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flaxseed<\/a> and aquafaba or yogurt would be my top choices to try.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1776093329148\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>I only have 2 bananas. Can I still make this chocolate and banana loaf?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>You can try! My banana chocolate bread recipe calls for 4 bananas, but depending on the size of your bananas, it might still work. If the batter seems a bit on the dry side, add a bit more of a wet ingredient to the batter, like another egg or more coconut oil, or add a bit of milk or yogurt. <\/p>\n<p>Quick bread and muffins are a bit more forgiving in baking than some other baked goods, so you can experiment with substitutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1776093343017\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Should you make banana bread with cocoa powder vs melted chocolate?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>Using cocoa powder for chocolate banana bread is my preference. It\u2019s one less step (no melting chocolate), and I always keep cocoa powder on hand. Using melted chocolate would also change the ratio of wet to dry ingredients.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1776093358317\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How do I prevent the chocolate chips from sinking to the bottom of the chocolate chip chocolate banana bread?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>If you sprinkle them over the top, they won\u2019t sink into the loaf. If you want to fold them into the batter, toss them with a bit of flour first, and they won\u2019t sink during baking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>OTHER EASY QUICK BREAD RECIPES<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"hbg-inline-optin\">\n<div class=\"hbg-inline-optin-image\">             <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"877\" height=\"1080\" class=\"aligncenter\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Fight-Inflation-Workshop-Workbook-on-Spiral-e1697746286692.jpg 877w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Fight-Inflation-Workshop-Workbook-on-Spiral-e1697746286692-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Fight-Inflation-Workshop-Workbook-on-Spiral-e1697746286692-832x1024.jpg 832w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Fight-Inflation-Workshop-Workbook-on-Spiral-e1697746286692-768x946.jpg 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If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have breakfast for the week!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-details\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"author\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Author:<\/strong> <a data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\" href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/about-me\/\">Tiffany <\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"prep-time\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Prep Time:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">10 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"cook-time\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Cook Time:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cook-time\">42-47 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"total-time\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Total Time:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">52-57 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"yield\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Yield:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> loaf <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"category\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Category:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Breads<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"method\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Method:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-method\">Oven<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"cuisine\"><strong data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-label\">Cuisine:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cuisine\">American<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipe-instructions\">\n<p><h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Preheat the oven to 350F.<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Line a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3tfNz5T\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">9\u201dx5\u201d loaf pan<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3arGAOI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">parchment paper<\/a>, or spray with <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2MH5Bxd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cooking spray<\/a> and lightly dust with <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2NxwSQA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flour<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2PD25nm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">blender<\/a>, combine the bananas, <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2b6vKh6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coconut oil<\/a>, eggs, <a href=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/homemade-vanilla-extract\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vanilla<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/37aWmew\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coconut sugar<\/a>. Blend for 30-60 seconds, or until everything is smooth. Set aside.<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Toypuu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">large bowl<\/a>, combine the <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2NxwSQA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flour<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2EAzeGJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cocoa powder<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1sRzsUe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">baking soda<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/seasalt.avajaneskitchen.com\/penny?AFFID=492522\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">salt<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir together using a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/38VGEai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">spatula<\/a> until JUST combined.<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. If desired, sprinkle <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3g7mU5b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chocolate chips<\/a> down the center of the loaf and press them into the batter slightly. (Note: If you don\u2019t press them in slightly, they\u2019ll fall down to the sides of the loaf as the loaf bakes, and possibly burn.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bake for 42-47 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2LmdDvb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cooling rack<\/a> and let the loaf cool completely for one hour.<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Slice and serve.<br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To make chocolate banana bread muffins, scoop the batter into a prepared muffin pan and bake for 18-24 minutes.<br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you want to freeze the loaf for later, I recommend slicing the loaf before wrapping it for the freezer.<br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Store leftover chocolate and banana bread in an <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZzYUO4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">airtight container<\/a> at room temperature for up to 4 days, or slice and freeze for up to 3 months.<br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\n\t\t<iframe title=\"nutritional information\" id=\"nutrifox-label-230291\" src=\"https:\/\/nutrifox.com\/embed\/label\/230291\" style=\"width:100%;border-width:0\"><\/iframe>\t<\/p>\n<footer class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-footer\">\n<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-heading-color.color h3-transform.text-transform footer-heading.innerText\">Did you make this recipe?<\/h3>\n<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-description-color.color footer-description.innerHTML\">\n<p>Leave a comment below and give it a 5-star rating!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n<picture class=\"scriptless__pinterest-image\" data-pin-media=\"true\" style=\"display:none;\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=90253\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Pin-346x1024.jpg.webp 346w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Pin-101x300.jpg.webp 101w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Pin.jpg.webp 675w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"346\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"Chocolate Banana Bread\" data-pin-media=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Pin-346x1024.jpg 346w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Pin-101x300.jpg 101w, https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Chocolate-Banana-Bread-Pin.jpg 675w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\" src=\"https:\/\/dontwastethecrumbs.com\/chocolate-banana-bread\/?tp_image_id=90253\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\nn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;\nn.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\nt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,\ndocument,'script','https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js?v=next');\n<\/script><script>(function() {\n  var _fbq = window._fbq || (window._fbq = []);\n  if (!_fbq.loaded) {\n    var fbds = document.createElement('script');\n    fbds.async = true;\n    fbds.src=\"https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbds.js\";\n    var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0];\n    s.parentNode.insertBefore(fbds, s);\n    _fbq.loaded = true;\n  }\n  _fbq.push(['addPixelId', '906440142711308']);\n})();\nvar a = document.getElementsByTagName(\u2018a\u2019);\nfor(i = 0; i < a.length; i++){\nif (a[i].href.indexOf(location.host) == -1 &#038;&#038; a[i].href.match(\/^http:\/\/\/i)){\na[i].onclick = function(){\n_gaq.push([\u2018_trackEvent\u2019, \u2018outgoing_links\u2019, this.href.replace(\/^http:\/\/\/i, \u201d)]);\n}\n}\n}\nwindow._fbq = window._fbq || [];\nwindow._fbq.push(['track', 'PixelInitialized', {}]);\n<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This healthy chocolate banana bread recipe turns brown bananas into a decadent, chocolatey breakfast that is refined-sugar-free and kid-approved. 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