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My favorite Double Chocolate Banana Bread. Made all in one bowl, quick to mix up, warming, and SO delicious. It’s the perfect loaf to bake this weekend. Rich cocoa powder and melty chocolate chunks give this classic banana bread double the chocolate goodness. Perfect for an afternoon snack or even as an after-dinner dessert.
Finally, a really good double chocolate banana bread! I’m so excited to share this recipe with you. I’ve wanted to create a double chocolate version ever since I shared my original banana bread back in 2019.
I put it off for a long time, mostly because every loaf kept coming out a little dry and I couldn’t quite figure out why. So I moved on, knowing the recipe had to be really good before sharing it here. I love banana bread so much just as is, which made this one especially tricky to get just right.
But I finally cracked it this year. The problem? Too much flour, not enough cocoa, and trying to use butter instead of coconut oil—which is what I use in all of my banana bread recipes.
I’m not sure why I kept pushing butter here, since I usually prefer coconut oil for banana bread. This recipe works perfectly with coconut oil, a touch of honey to sweeten it up, and of course, double the chocolate.
I use both unsweetened cocoa powder and dark chocolate chunks. It’s basically like a banana chocolate cake – how could we not enjoy it?
Here are the details
The Ingredients
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overly ripe bananas
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coconut oil
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honey or granulated sugar – I prefer honey though
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eggs
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vanilla extract
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all-purpose flour
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unsweetened cocoa powder
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baking soda
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chocolate chunks
What you’ll need from the kitchen
You’ll only need a few basic kitchen tools for this one. Grab a large mixing bowl (everything comes together in one bowl), a fork or potato masher for the bananas, and a whisk or sturdy spoon for mixing. You’ll also need a 9×5-inch loaf pan, parchment paper to line it, and a rubber spatula to scrape out every last bit of batter. That’s it—simple, low-effort, and exactly how banana bread should be.
The Steps
Step 1: Mash the bananas
Start with four very ripe bananas—I’m talking soft and nearly black. If they’re too ripe to eat, they’re perfect for banana bread. Mash the bananas, then stir in the melted coconut oil, honey, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and well combined.
Step 2: Add the dry ingredients
Add the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Overmixing is the quickest way to end up with dry banana bread—you want the batter just mixed, with no streaks of flour.
Step 3: Stir in the chocolate
Fold in plenty of dark chocolate chips or chunks.
Pour the batter into your prepared pan, then sprinkle a little finely chopped dark chocolate over the top if you’d like. It melts into the loaf and makes it extra pretty.
Step 4: Bake and finish
Bake until the loaf is set in the center and a toothpick comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs. Let the bread cool slightly before slicing—though I love it just warm enough to melt the chocolate.
To serve, salted butter is extra delicious on a warm slice. I like to whip softened butter with sea salt and a touch of vanilla until light and creamy. Trust me on the butter—it’s a little extra, but so worth it.
Looking for other sweet winter recipes? Here are a few ideas:
Chocolate Chunk Rye Banana Bread
5 Minute Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread Mug Cake
Baked Chocolate Fudge Glazed Doughnuts
Lastly, if you make this Double Chocolate Banana Bread, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love hearing from you guys and always do my best to respond to every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Double Chocolate Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 4 medium overly ripe bananas mashed (about 1 1/4 cup mashed)
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup honey or granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped chocolate chunks/chunks, plus more for topping
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.2. In a large bowl, stir together the mashed bananas, coconut oil, honey, eggs, and vanilla. Add the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate.3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until the center is just set. Remove from the oven. Top with extra chocolate chunks (if desired). Let set for 1 hour. Slice and enjoy.
Nutrition
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Did you make this recipe? Please rate & comment below.
Hi Tieghan, I want to use einkorn flour for this recipe. Will that work? Is it a 1:1 ratio when substituting the type of flour or do I need to adjust it? Thanks so much. I can’t wait to try this recipe.
Hi Tina,
So sorry, I have never tested that with this recipe, but I would use an equal amount. Let me know how it turns out!
I’ve made this like 5 times in the past month 😂 there were a lot of bananas in my freezer to use up. I used honey the first time and have been using brown sugar since then. It’s so delicious and easy to make. Everyone I’ve given it to has loved it!
Hey Robin,
Perfect! Love to hear this recipe turned out well for you, thanks for making it!
Have a great weekend!
Can i use olive oil instead of cocnut oil?
Hi Amrita,
Sure, that would work for you. Please let me know if you have any other questions! I hope you love this recipe!
This was absolutely delicious. Do you think it could be made as a layered cake?
Hey Janet,
Fantastic! I appreciate you making this recipe and your feedback, so glad it turned out well for you!
I haven’t tested this as a layer cake, I think you could definitely need to double or triple the recipe. Let me know if you give it a try!
Have a great weekend!
This recipe is the best. It was enjoyed by everyone and so easy to make. I will be making more soon. Love your creativity 😊
Thanks so much, Mia! Love to hear everyone enjoyed this bread, I appreciate you making it!
Have a great Monday!
Absolutely delicious, definitely going to make this often. It’s a keeper!
Thank you
Hey Diana,
Awesome! Glad to hear this recipe turned out nicely for you, thanks for making it!
Have a great week!
I made this last night. Opted for the honey and i melted the chocolate on top after it was cooked.
Stored it in the fridge overnight and had it for breakfast … and oh my God! Its soo goood !!
Thank you ♡♡
Hope you keep it coming, ’cause we are enjoying 😉
Thanks so much, Maria:) So glad you enjoyed this banana bread, I appreciate you making it! Have a great Thursday!
This is the most delicious bread ever!
Everyone in my family loved it.
Another great recipe by Half-Baked Harvest. Thank you!
Hey Christine,
Happy Sunday! Thanks a bunch for making this recipe and taking the time to comment. So glad it was a winner!
Omg, this is absolutely delicious. This time I’m adding coconut!!!!
Hey Pam,
Happy Sunday! Thanks a bunch for making this recipe and taking the time to comment. So glad it was a winner!
Great recipe! When I make it again I’ll just do 1 tsp baking soda. I could taste that extra bit
Hey Ariel,
Happy Friday! Love to hear you enjoyed this recipe, I appreciate you making it!
Could I use brown sugar instead?
Hi Crystal,
So sorry, I have not tested this, so I would not recommend it. Please let me know if I can help in any other way!
I just made this and had a taste. Beyond incredible!!! You are crazy if you don’t give it a try.
Hey Linda,
Your feedback means a lot, thanks for trying this recipe. I’m happy it delivered!
This is so amazing and easy to make! Taste like a rich chocolate cake with a hint of banana. One of my favorite new recipes!!
Hey McKenzie,
Happy Sunday! I appreciate you making this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear it turned out well!
This was super easy to make and it is delicious! I used a 1 to 1 gluten free flour and it turned out great. Love your recipes, they are always a hit.
Hey Jeri,
Fantastic! I appreciate you making this recipe and your comment, so glad it was a hit!
Happy Friday!
I plan on making this recipe this weekend. Looks delicious!
Just wondering if I could use egg whites as a substitute for the eggs? Or possibly one egg and one egg white? Your advice is appreciated. Thank you!
Hey Rose,
Thanks so much!! Unfortunately, I have not tested this, so I am not sure what the results would be. You could certainly give it a try. I hope you love this recipe!
Tieghan,
Thank you for this DELICIOUS recipe! I tried egg whites and olive oil since I’m tracking cholesterol. It turned out great!
Thanks again! Rose
Awesome! So glad to hear this and thanks for sharing back:)
This bread is fantastic! I made it glutfree for my husband who has celiac. I used King Arthur GF measure for measure flour. You couldn’t tell the difference. This bread was chocolatey, fluffy and almost a cake. He loved it!
Hey Linda,
Thanks for giving this recipe a whirl, I’m so glad it turned out nicely. Have a great Thursday!