Healthy Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

My go-to cozy treat that's delicious and packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a perfect alternative to the traditional version!

Dec 03, 2024

A close-up of me holding a slice of banana bread, showcasing its moist, chocolatey texture with melted chocolate chips oozing from the center. The slice looks soft and fluffy, with a golden-brown crust, held up to highlight its deliciousness.

This banana bread is the perfect mix of indulgent and healthy. It’s made with oat flour, ripe bananas, Greek yogurt, and maple syrup, so it’s naturally sweet without any refined sugar. I like adding dark chocolate chips and walnuts, but you can totally switch it up with your favorite mix-ins.

It’s the ultimate cozy treat—especially warm with a cup of tea or coffee. Perfect for breakfast or a snack!

Healthier Twist

Naturally sweetened with bananas and maple syrup, this recipe cuts out refined sugar. The oats make it gluten-free, and the Greek yogurt adds protein while keeping it moist without too much butter.

Prep Time: 10 minutes I Cook Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients:

2 cups rolled oats (or oat flour)
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp salt
3 ripe bananas
2 eggs (room temperature)
⅓ cup maple syrup
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional:
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat and Prep:
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
Make Oat Flour:
Blend rolled oats into fine flour using a food processor or blender. Add baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Pulse to combine.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
Add bananas, eggs, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, and vanilla to the food processor. Blend until smooth.
Combine:
If using, fold in chopped nuts and chocolate chips by hand. Be careful not to overmix.
Bake:
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Start checking at 50 minutes.
Cool and Serve:
Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

A loaf of freshly baked banana bread, golden brown with a soft, moist interior. Dark chocolate chips and walnuts are visible, with a slice cut out revealing the fluffy texture. The loaf is placed on a wooden cutting board, surrounded by scattered chocolate chips and walnuts.

Tips & Substitutions:

Eggs: For a vegan option, swap with flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg).
Greek Yogurt: Use a plant-based alternative like almond or coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version.
Sweetener: Swap maple syrup with honey or agave, but it may alter the flavor.
Chocolate Chips: Use dark chocolate (70% cacao) or skip for a lighter loaf. Try dried fruit like raisins for a fall twist.
Nuts: Walnuts or pecans are great, but try seeds for a nut-free option.