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Dark Chocolate Chip & Walnut Banana Bread

This Dark Chocolate Chip & Walnut Banana Bread is a decadent treat! Soft, moist, and loaded with rich chocolate and crunchy walnuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread:
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chunks Choose high-quality chocolate for a rich flavor.
  • 1/2 cup walnuts Toasted and roughly chopped for added flavor and crunch.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour The base of your bread.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the bread rise.
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances all the flavors.
  • 1 cup mashed banana About 2 to 3 medium bananas, the star of the show.
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil Keeps the bread moist.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the bread perfectly.
  • 1 large egg Adds richness and helps bind the ingredients.
  • 1/4 cup sour cream Adds moisture and a slight tang.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Loaf pan
  • Oven mitts
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your banana bread bakes evenly.
  2. Step 2: Grease your loaf pan with a bit of vegetable oil or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt. Set this bowl aside.
  4. Step 4: In another bowl, mix the mashed bananas, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and egg. Stir until well combined. Then, add the sour cream and mix until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Use a rubber spatula to fold everything together gently. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay!
  6. Step 6: Now, fold in the dark chocolate chunks and roughly chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Step 7: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Step 8: Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy your delicious Dark Chocolate Chip & Walnut Banana Bread!

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • Substitute gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • Wrap and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.