Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread—a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert! This guilt-free recipe features ripe bananas and simple ingredients, making it both nutritious and satisfying. With a moist texture and the added benefits of being oil-free and gluten-free, this banana bread is the ideal way to enjoy your favorite flavors without compromising your health goals. Whether you savor it warm from the oven or toasted with your favorite toppings, each bite is sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)
- â…“ cup granular sweetener (monk fruit or brown sugar)
- 1½ cups oat flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a loaf pan by greasing or lining with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in nut butter and eggs until well combined.
- Add sweetener, vanilla extract, and sea salt; mix well.
- Gradually add oat flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and optionally top with extra chocolate chips.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg