Double Chocolate Bread

Aug 12, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A loaf of double chocolate bread on a wooden board, two thick slices cut to show the moist crumb

Rich and moist banana bread infused with real vanilla and loaded with both cocoa powder and chocolate chips for a deep double chocolate flavor.

Prep 20 min

Cook 55 min

Cooling 10 min

Total 1 hr 25 min

Yield 12 slices

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Ingredients

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2.0 cups (240.0 g)all-purpose flour
½ cup (40.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
⅘ tsp (1.0 g)baking soda
0.3 tsp (1.25 g)baking powder
½ tsp (3.0 g)fine sea salt
½ cup (113.0 g)unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup (150.0 g)packed light brown sugar
2.0 (100.0 g)large eggs
1 ½ cups (360.0 g)mashed ripe banana
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
¾ cup (135.0 g)semisweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and fine sea salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and packed light brown sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then stir in the pure vanilla extract.
Fold in the mashed ripe banana until evenly combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined and no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the semisweet chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Tips

Use very ripe bananas (brown-skinned) for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
Adding the vanilla extract with the eggs enhances the overall flavor and aroma of the bread.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make double chocolate bread?

Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 55 minutes of cooking, plus 10 minutes to rest. The recipe makes 1 9x5-inch loaf (about 12 slices).

How should I store double chocolate bread?

Store the bread wrapped airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Reheat slices gently in a toaster or microwave before serving.

Can I make double chocolate bread ahead?

Prepare the batter and bake; cooled bread can be stored at room temperature or frozen.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Rich and moist banana bread infused with real vanilla and loaded with both cocoa powder and chocolate chips for a deep double chocolate flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 12 servings this recipe makes.

240 Calories / serving

9.2g Fat

37.6g Carbs

4.1g Protein

17.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (12 servings): ~2880 cal · 110g fat · 451g carbs · 49g protein · 205g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 240 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Moderate cycling 24 min·4.8 mi
Swimming laps 34 min
Jogging 24 min·2.0 mi·~3850 steps
Stair climbing 22 min·~2000 steps
Dancing 39 min
Bodyweight circuit training 24 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 56 min

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