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Chocolate chunk banana bread sliced on wooden cutting board with chocolate chunks visible throughout, golden brown exterior, served with coffee cup in background

Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 12 slices
Calories 285 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray, then lightly dust with flour, tapping out any excess.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth with just a few small lumps remaining. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
  • Add the brown sugar, beaten egg, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt to the banana mixture. Stir until everything is well incorporated.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently fold together until just barely combined - don't overmix.
  • Fold in the chocolate chunks, reserving a few tablespoons to sprinkle on top of the batter if desired.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chunks on top.
  • Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil during the last 15 minutes.
  • Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. This helps maintain the perfect texture.

Notes

Storage tip: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 4 days. Freezes beautifully for up to 3 months. The bread actually improves in flavor after the first day as the ingredients meld together.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSodium: 285mgFiber: 3gSugar: 28g
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