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Chocolate Banana bread

Chocolate Banana Bread with Chocolate Frosting

Keesha
Delicious Double Chocolate Banana Bread recipe - rich, moist, and loaded with chocolate chips, topped with velvety frosting. Easy to make with a gluten-free option, it's a chocolate lover's delight!
5 from 25 votes
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 473 kcal

Ingredients
  

Bread:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 small to medium bananas peeled and mashed
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Frosting:

  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the mashed bananas, until well combined.
  • Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan.

Making The Frosting

  • In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble slightly. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until melted. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, whisking until smooth and glossy. Allow the frosting to cool for 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove the bread from the pan and drizzle the frosting over the top. Let the frosting set slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

This decadent Chocolate Banana Bread is a perfect blend of sweet banana flavor with rich chocolate. The creamy chocolate frosting adds an extra layer of indulgence, making this bread a delightful treat for any occasion. Enjoy it as a dessert, a snack, or even as a special breakfast option.

Nutrition

Calories: 473kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 8gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 285mgPotassium: 534mgFiber: 7gSugar: 41gVitamin A: 636IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 4mg
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