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Published: Apr 1, 2019 · Modified: May 9, 2023 by Baking Ginger · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Chocolate Cinnamon Banana Bread

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Let's all say this together Chocolate.Cinnamon.Banana.Bread!! Four sweet sweet words filled with some of the best things in life! The best part is this recipe is also healthy and super easy to make. (vegan, gluten-free, and refined-sugar-free)

This easy one-bowl chocolate cinnamon banana bread is moist, packed with flavor and the only banana bread recipe you'll ever need.

This Chocolate Cinnamon Banana Bread came about how most banana breads do. I had bananas sitting around on the shelf turning brown. So I did what any normal person would do. I made yummy banana bread!

I love all forms of banana bread - you can find loads of banana bread inspired recipes on my blog! And this time I wanted to spice things up a little with this banana bread. Literally. So I decided to add some cinnamon to the recipe. And then I took it one step further and added lots of chocolate flavour. And boy do I have no regrets!

This easy one-bowl chocolate cinnamon banana bread is moist, packed with flavor and the only banana bread recipe you'll ever need.

How To Make Chocolate Banana Bread

This such a wonderfully easy recipe! Its just a few simple steps and uses just one bowl:

  1. The first thing to do is preheat your oven to 180ºC/325ºF and grease a loaf tin or spray with non-stick spray.
  2. Using an electric mixer, mix together the bananas, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla essence, and almond milk.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients, except for ¼ cup of chocolate chunks, and gently mix until just combined. If you want a marbled effect, stir in the cocoa powder at the end.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and top with the remaining chocolate chunks.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a fork inserted comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Best served warm with a little nut butter.
This easy one-bowl chocolate cinnamon banana bread is moist, packed with flavor and the only banana bread recipe you'll ever need.

Top Tips For Making This Healthy Banana Bread

  • If you are worried you don't quite have enough mashed banana you can always add some applesauce.
  • Scoop and level of your flour. Always fill your measuring cup with flour and then level it off with a flat edge. This will ensure you use the right amount.
  • Really mix the bananas, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla essence and almond milk together well. You want to reach a completely smooth consistency.
  • For a delicious chocolatey topping, sprinkle an extra handful of chocolate chunks on top before baking.
  • Bake for 50 minutes and then check if it is cooked through by inserting a skewer or toothpick in the center. If the center is still wet, bake for additional 5-minute intervals until completely baked.
This easy one-bowl chocolate cinnamon banana bread is moist, packed with flavor and the only banana bread recipe you'll ever need.

How to Store Your Chocolate Cinnamon Banana Bread

I’m sure this yummy banana bread won’t last long! But this recipe can easily be stored. The best way to store it is to leave the bread unsliced and kept in an airtight container or plastic bag at room temperature. Without slicing it the banana bread has a better chance of not drying out.

If you have sliced it, store it the same way but cover it in in plastic wrap too. This keeps any air from seeping into the bread which will dry it out.

You can also store your banana bread in the fridge. If stored in the fridge it will keep for about one week. And at room temperature, it can keep for about three days before it starts to dry out.

This easy one-bowl chocolate cinnamon banana bread is moist, packed with flavor and the only banana bread recipe you'll ever need.

If you give this yummy banana bread a try, let me know what you think of it over on my Instagram :)

Chocolate Cinnamon Banana Bread

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Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted
  • 4 ripe bananas mashed
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
  • 3 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • ½ cup oat flour
  • 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder sifted
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chunks

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 180ºC/325ºF and spray a loaf tin with non-stick spray
  • Using an electric mixer, mix together the bananas, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla essence and almond milk.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, except for ¼ cup of chocolate chunks, and gently mix until just combined. If you want a marbled effect, stir in the cocoa powder at the end.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and top with the remaining chocolate chunks.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a fork inserted comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool slightly before serving. Best served warm with a little nut butter.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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