Slice of healthier chocolate chip banana bread on a plate with chocolate chips

Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

ByOlivia Carter
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Why Make This Recipe

Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a delicious twist on a classic favorite. This recipe uses simple ingredients that are better for you, making it a great choice for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. It’s a fantastic way to use up ripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing with family and friends!

How to Make Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Ingredients:

  • 3 spotty bananas
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups oat flour (see above for instructions)
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup oil (I used avocado oil)
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • Few shakes cinnamon
  • Chocolate chips (to mix into batter and for topping)

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork.
  3. Next, add all ingredients except chocolate chips and mix well.
  4. Stir in the chocolate chips and pour the mixture into the loaf pan. Top with extra chocolate chips as desired.
  5. Bake for 50-55 minutes. Let cool, slice, and enjoy!

How to Serve Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Serve this banana bread warm or at room temperature. It’s great on its own, but you can also add a spread of nut butter or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor. It pairs nicely with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy snack or breakfast.

How to Store Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

To store the banana bread, let it cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or foil. You can keep it at room temperature for a few days or store it in the refrigerator for about a week. For longer storage, freeze slices in an airtight container for up to three months.

Tips to Make Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

  • Make sure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • For a dairy-free option, use a plant-based egg substitute.
  • If you prefer, you can use regular flour instead of oat flour, but you may need to adjust the liquid.
  • Add nuts or seeds if you like a bit of crunch in your banana bread.

Variation

You can easily customize this recipe by adding ingredients like chopped walnuts, pecans, or dried fruit. To make it a bit more indulgent, try using dark chocolate chips or replacing some of the oil with unsweetened applesauce for a lower-fat option.

FAQs

Can I use frozen bananas for this recipe?
Yes, frozen bananas work great! Just thaw them out and mash them before adding to the batter.

Can I substitute coconut sugar with regular sugar?
Absolutely! You can use granulated sugar or brown sugar in place of coconut sugar if you prefer.

How do I know when the banana bread is done baking?
Insert a toothpick in the center of the bread; if it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, it’s done. If it’s wet, give it more time in the oven.

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Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

A delicious and healthier twist on classic banana bread, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

  • 3 spotty bananas
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups oat flour
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • Few shakes cinnamon
  • Chocolate chips (to mix into batter and for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the bananas with a fork in a large bowl.
  3. Add all ingredients except chocolate chips and mix well.
  4. Stir in the chocolate chips and pour the mixture into the loaf pan. Top with extra chocolate chips as desired.
  5. Bake for 50-55 minutes. Let cool, slice, and enjoy!

Notes

For best flavor, use very ripe bananas. You can customize with nuts, seeds, or different chocolate types.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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Hi, I’m Olivia Carter. I’m 41 years old, born in Nashville, Tennessee, and now living in Denver, Colorado, where the mountains are as much a part of my inspiration as the markets I shop from. My kitchen is my safe place it smells of herbs, wood smoke, and sometimes just-baked bread cooling on the counter.

I didn’t grow up with professional chefs around me just hardworking parents and a grandmother who believed that love always started with a pot on the stove. She taught me how to make biscuits without a recipe, how to know when cornbread is ready just by the sound it makes, and how to never waste a single vegetable from the garden. Those lessons stuck with me more than anything I ever read in a cookbook.

My path here wasn’t simple. I started as a server, sneaking glances into the kitchen whenever I could. Eventually, I found myself behind the line, sweating through long shifts, burning my fingers, and learning faster than I thought possible. Later, I studied culinary arts in New York, but I’ve always said the best training came from real kitchens, real mistakes, and real people who pushed me to keep going.

Today, my cooking is rooted in Southern tradition but shaped by everywhere I’ve traveled and everything I’ve tasted. I love the balance of smoky barbecue with bright citrus, the sweetness of honey paired with a kick of chili, and the way fresh herbs can lift even the simplest dish. Food, to me, is about contrast it should surprise you while still feeling like home.

I cook for people who want food that tells a story. I believe meals should connect us to memory, to family, to joy. It’s not about perfection or fancy plating it’s about sitting down, taking a bite, and feeling something.

If you’ve ever laughed around a messy kitchen table, licked barbecue sauce off your fingers, or found comfort in a bowl of soup on a hard day, then you already understand what my cooking is about. Welcome I can’t wait to share it with you.

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