Are you ready to elevate your banana bread game? Look no further than this wonderfully moist Almond Chocolate Banana Bread! With its rich flavors and delightful textures, this recipe is sure to win over your friends and family. Who could resist the combination of sweet ripe bananas, creamy almond milk, and rich chocolate chips?
This bread is not just a treat for your taste buds; it’s also incredibly easy to whip up! In just 10 minutes of prep time and an hour in the oven, you can enjoy a delicious loaf that doubles as a breakfast delight or a satisfying dessert. Imagine starting your morning with a warm slice of this delightful bread paired with a cup of coffee, or slicing into it after dinner for that perfect sweet ending.
When it comes to ingredients, we’ve incorporated the goodness of bananas and almonds along with rich chocolate chips, which not only make this bread a delight but offer health benefits as well. Almonds are packed with protein and healthy fats, making your snack not just delicious but nutritious too. Bananas add natural sweetness and moisture to the bread while also being a great source of potassium.
Now that we’ve set the stage for this scrumptious dessert, let’s get into making it. Here are the simple steps:
Ingredients
- 4 medium overripe bananas, peeled
- 1/4 c. almond milk
- 5 T. vegetable oil
- 2 t. pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 c. sugar
- 2 c. all-purpose flour
- 2 t. baking powder
- 1/4 t. salt
- 1 c. chocolate chips
- 1/2 c. almonds, chopped
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Line a standard 8 x 4 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash bananas with a fork.
- Add almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk to combine.
- Add sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently mix until flour is incorporated and the mixture is mostly smooth.
- Using a spatula, gently fold in chocolate chips and almonds.
- Transfer the batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake 50-60 minutes or until deep golden brown and thoroughly cooked in center.
- Check doneness by inserting a toothpick or cake tester into center of loaf. It should come out clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow banana bread to cool in the pan on a wire rack for a minimum of 30 minutes before removing from pan and slicing.
This Almond Chocolate Banana Bread is the perfect way to enjoy a delightful treat any time of day. So, don’t hold back! Bake your loaf today and share your creations with us in the comments below. Happy baking!
