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Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread

A delightful combination of chocolate and ripe bananas, this Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread is nutritious and guilt-free, perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain) Can substitute with applesauce for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Choose based on dietary preference.
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature eggs yield better results.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional) Adds extra crunch and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Then, mix in the Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
  5. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts (if using) for extra texture and flavor.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for approximately 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm with a drizzle of almond butter or Greek yogurt. It can also be enjoyed with vanilla ice cream for dessert. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days at room temperature or freeze for up to three months.