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Double Chocolate Banana Bread (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Name: Double Chocolate Banana Bread (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum); 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp sea salt; 3 ripe bananas (plus 1 banana for topping, optional); 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 1/4 cup neutral oil (e.g., avocado, melted coconut); 1/4 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk (e.g., almond, oat, rice); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (plus more for topping)

Category:

Bread

Difficulty: Easy

Serves:

8 people

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 50–60 minutes

Rating:

(0.00/5)

July 26, 2025 by Chef Molly

This rich, moist loaf is perfect for chocolate lovers and banana enthusiasts alike! It’s free from gluten, soy, and dairy, making it a delightful treat for anyone with dietary restrictions—topped with banana slices and studded with chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

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What You’ll Need:

Dry

1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp sea salt

Wet

3 ripe bananas (plus 1 banana for topping, optional)
1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup neutral oil (e.g., avocado, melted coconut)
1/4 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk (e.g., almond, oat, rice)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (plus more for topping)

Prepration for:Double Chocolate Banana Bread (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Step 1/8

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2/8

Mash the Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas until smooth.

Step 3/8

Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the coconut sugar, maple syrup, oil, non-dairy milk, and vanilla to the mashed bananas. Mix until combined.

Step 4/8

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5/8

Combine Everything: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet, mixing gently until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.

Step 6/8

Prepare the Loaf: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Top with banana slices and extra chocolate chips, if desired.

Step 7/8

Bake: Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).

Step 8/8

Cool: Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Chef's Tips & Notes

Notes: For extra richness, add a tablespoon of espresso powder to the dry mix. Keeps well for 3 days at room temperature or 5 days refrigerated. Can also be frozen.

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Double Chocolate Banana Bread (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

Mash the Bananas:
In a large mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas until smooth.

Step 3

Mix Wet Ingredients:
Add the coconut sugar, maple syrup, oil, non-dairy milk, and vanilla to the mashed bananas. Mix until combined.

Step 4

Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Combine Everything:
Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet, mixing gently until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chips.

Step 6

Prepare the Loaf:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Top with banana slices and extra chocolate chips, if desired.

Step 7

Bake:
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).

Step 8

Cool:
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

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Double Chocolate Banana Bread (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

What You’ll Need:

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