Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread with Gooey Centers

Thank you so much for stopping by, friends! Today I’m sharing one of my most requested recipes: Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread with Gooey Centers. This isn’t your average banana bread—it’s a wholesome, chocolatey loaf that tastes like dessert but is packed with nourishing ingredients. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or even a cozy after-dinner treat, this banana bread will become your new go-to.

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Overview of Recipe Content

This chocolate banana bread is:

• Moist and fudgy, thanks to ripe bananas and Greek yogurt.
• Naturally sweetened, with honey or maple syrup instead of refined sugar.
• Protein-packed, with nut butter and yogurt.
• Decadent yet wholesome, with gooey pockets of dark chocolate in every bite.

When to serve it:

• Ideal for meal prep breakfasts.
• Perfect for school lunchboxes.
• A healthier dessert option.

What it tastes like:
Think of a rich chocolate cake but with the natural sweetness of bananas. Each slice has a fudgy crumb with little surprises of melty dark chocolate.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

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• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/3 cup peanut butter or almond butter
• 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup oat flour
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks

Tools Needed:

• 1 large mixing bowl
• Whisk and spatula
• Loaf pan (8×4 or 9×5)
• Parchment paper

Substitutions & Additions:

• Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
• Swap Greek yogurt for dairy-free yogurt.
• Add walnuts or pecans for crunch.
• Top with sliced bananas for a bakery-style finish.

How to Make Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread with Gooey Centers

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1. Prep the oven & pan. Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment for easy removal.
2. Mix the wet ingredients. Mash bananas in a large bowl, then whisk in nut butter, yogurt, honey/maple syrup, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Add the dry ingredients. Stir in oat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Don’t overmix—just fold until combined.
4. Fold in chocolate chunks. Keep a few aside to sprinkle on top for a pretty finish.
5. Bake. Pour batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle with extra chocolate, and bake for 35–40 minutes, until a toothpick comes out mostly clean (gooey chocolate is welcome!).
6. Cool & enjoy. Let rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing into thick, fudgy pieces.

What to Serve with Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread

• A hot cup of coffee or chai latte.
• A dollop of nut butter on top.
• A side of fresh fruit for balance.

Tips for Making It Perfect

• Use super ripe bananas—the spottier, the better.
• Don’t overbake; the gooey center is what makes this bread magical.
• Let the loaf cool before slicing to avoid crumbling.

Storage Instructions

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days.
• Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
• Freeze slices individually and reheat in the toaster or microwave for a quick snack.

General Information

Banana bread has been a comfort food staple for generations. This healthy twist makes it guilt-free but still indulgent. Perfect for fall baking or anytime you’ve got ripe bananas waiting to be used!

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I make this vegan?
Yes! Use a flax egg and dairy-free yogurt.

2. Can I skip the cocoa powder?
You can, but then it becomes banana bread. Cocoa is what makes it rich and chocolatey.

3. Can I use regular flour instead of oat flour?
Yes, whole wheat flour works great.

4. How do I know when it’s baked enough?
The toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs, but not raw batter.

Conclusion

This Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread with Gooey Centers is everything you want in a treat: rich, moist, naturally sweet, and secretly nourishing. I promise your family will ask for this again and again!

If you loved this recipe, try these too:

• Protein Cookie Dough
• Healthy Baked Oats
• Banana Oat Pancakes
• Chocolate Protein Muffins
• Greek Yogurt Brownies

Interactive Elements

I’d love to see your creations! Leave a review below, share your loaf on Pinterest at Poulef Recipes, or tag me on Instagram so I can cheer you on.

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Nutritional Information (per slice, approx.)

Calories	Protein	Carbs	Sugar	Fat	Fiber
210	7g	28g	12g	9g	4g

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