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Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread

Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread: A Decadent Delight You’ll Love

Indulge in this Chocolate Espresso Banana Bread, a delightful fusion of chocolate and bananas that creates a luxuriously moist loaf.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Use Dutch-processed cocoa for a deeper taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh for the best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Regular salt works if that's what you have.
  • 1 tablespoon Espresso Powder Omit if unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Swap with vegetable oil for a neutral flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark varieties are interchangeable.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Don’t replace entirely with low-calorie sweeteners.
  • 3 large Eggs Can be swapped with flaxseed or applesauce for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Homemade vanilla makes a lovely alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be substituted.
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Overripe bananas work best.
  • 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet chips are a delicious alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Feel free to use all dark or even milk chocolate.
  • 1 medium Additional Banana (for topping) Not essential for flavor.
For the Brulee Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Optionally caramelizes the banana topping.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, kosher salt, and espresso powder until fully combined.
  3. Combine the olive oil and both brown and granulated sugars. Mix until smooth, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time to the sugar-oil mixture, mixing well after each addition until light and fluffy.
  5. Gently fold in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and mashed ripe bananas until just combined.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined with some flour streaks remaining.
  7. Toss the dark and semi-sweet chocolate chips in a bit of flour before folding them into the batter, reserving some chips for the top.
  8. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle reserved chocolate chips and optional banana slices on top.
  9. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture. Use overripe bananas for the best flavor.

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