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Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

This rich and chocolatey banana bread is a family favorite that never lasts long on the counter.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 18, 2026
Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
55 minutes
Total
70 minutes
Serves
8

There is something truly special about the smell of banana bread baking in the oven. When you add a heavy dose of cocoa powder and plenty of chocolate chips, it becomes a decadent treat that feels like a dessert, even though it is perfect for breakfast or a midday snack.

My biggest tip for this recipe is to use the ripest bananas you can find. If the peels have lots of brown spots, they are perfect because they provide the best sweetness and moisture to the loaf. It makes the bread soft and light every single time.

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed well
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a standard loaf pan.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter.

  3. 3

    Stir in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

  4. 4

    Add the baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder to the mixture and stir well.

  5. 5

    Gently fold in the flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix the batter.

  6. 6

    Stir in the chocolate chips.

  7. 7

    Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.

  8. 8

    Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  9. 9

    Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before moving it to a wire rack to cool completely.

💡 Tips

Store this bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. You can also wrap slices individually and freeze them for a quick breakfast on busy mornings.

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