There's something delicious about the combination of chocolate and banana, and this Chocolate Banana Bread takes it to a whole new level. The secret ingredient? Mayonnaise! It may sound unconventional, but it’s the key to achieving that super moist texture we all crave in a good banana bread. Plus, this recipe is loaded with chocolate chips, making it your next favorite banana bread recipe. But, if you don't like chocolate, try my original banana bread recipe or my cinnamon streusel banana bread.
Ingredients for Chocolate Banana Bread
- 2 overripe bananas
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
Instructions for Chocolate Banana Bread
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bread pan and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mash together the bananas, mayonnaise, and egg using a hand mixer until smooth.
- Add the brown sugar, white sugar, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Blend until just combined.
- In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture. Mix until just incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the greased bread pan and sprinkle a few more chocolate chips on top if desired.
- Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy your delicious, moist chocolate banana bread!
Why You'll Love This Banana Bread
- Super Moist Texture: The addition of mayonnaise ensures the banana bread stays moist and tender.
- Easy to Make: With a prep time of just 10 minutes, you can have this bread ready in an hour.
- Chocolate Lover's Dream: Loaded with chocolate chips, this banana bread is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Versatile: Enjoy it as a breakfast treat, a snack, or even a dessert.
Tips for Success
- Use Overripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
- Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the batter can result in a dense texture. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Check for Doneness: Oven temperatures can vary, so start checking your bread a few minutes before the recommended baking time.
Enjoy the Versatility
This Chocolate Banana Bread isn’t just a delicious treat on its own, but it’s also incredibly versatile. Pair it with a cup of hot chocolate or cold milk for a perfect breakfast, enjoy it as an afternoon snack, or serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream for a yummy dessert.
I know you’ll love this recipe. Happy baking!
Chocolate Banana Bread
Equipment
- 1 bread pan
Ingredients
- 2 over ripe bananas
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 ½ cups flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Using a hand mixer, mash together the bananas, mayo and egg.
- Add brown sugar, sugar and vanilla and blend just until combined.
- Combine all dry ingredients in a medium sized bowl: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Mix thoroughly and add to the wet mixture.
- Mix together until combined and fold in the chocolate chips. Pour in a greased bread pan and sprinkle a few more chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!
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