Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread

5 from 1 vote

This chocolate chunk banana bread is moist and packed with dark chocolate chunks, making it the perfect sweet treat for any time of day.

Prep Time15

Cook Time1

Total Time1 15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 356kcal

Author: Cari

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a bread loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the melted butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar.
Mash bananas with a fork and add them to the batter along with 2 eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until blended.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt then add to batter. Mix until well combined.
Fold in the chopped dark chocolate chunks into the batter. Pour the batter into prepared loaf pan.
Bake at 350˚F for 55-60 min or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let banana bread cool until cooled down completely.

Flour:
- Use whole wheat flour for a healthier, fiber-rich option.
- Swap with gluten-free flour blend to make it gluten-free.
- Use almond flour for a nutty flavor and to make it grain-free.

Sugar:
- Use honey, maple syrup, or coconut sugar as natural sweeteners.
- For a low-carb option, try erythritol or monk fruit sweetener.

Butter or Oil:
- Replace butter with coconut oil or vegetable oil for a dairy-free version.

Chocolate Chunks:
- Replace chocolate chunks with milk chocolate chips, white chocolate, or dark chocolate.
- For a healthier twist, try cacao nibs or leave out the chocolate for a classic banana bread.

Nut Add-ins:
- Mix in walnuts, pecans, or almonds for added crunch.
- Top the batter with chopped nuts before baking for extra texture.

Fruit Add-ins:
- Add blueberries, dried cranberries, or raisins for a fruity variation.
- Swirl in some peanut butter or nutella for added flavor.

Spice it Up:
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin spice to enhance the flavor.

Here’s how to store chocolate chunk banana bread to keep it fresh:

Wrap the banana bread tightly in plastic wrap, foil, or place it in an airtight container.

If you want to maintain moisture, you can wrap it in plastic first and then cover it with foil or place it in a container.

To extend the freshness, wrap the bread well or place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Keep in mind that refrigeration can dry out the bread slightly, so make sure it's tightly wrapped.

Wrap individual slices or the whole loaf in plastic wrap, then place it in a freezer-safe bag or container.

To serve, thaw at room temperature or microwave individual slices for a quick treat.