Triple Chocolate Banana Bread is a rich and decadent twist on the classic banana bread, made for true chocolate lovers. This indulgent treat features a moist, tender banana bread base infused with cocoa powder, studded with chocolate chips, and topped with melted chocolate for an extra layer of chocolaty goodness. The sweetness of ripe bananas balances the deep, rich flavor of the chocolate, making it perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. It’s a simple yet satisfying recipe that’s sure to become a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (divided)
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chunks (optional, for topping)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix the batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips.
- Pour into the pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips and dark chocolate chunks on top.
- Bake: Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover the loaf loosely with foil.
- Cool and serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
This Triple Chocolate Banana Bread is ultra-chocolaty, moist, and bursting with banana flavor, making it an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers!
