Oatmeal and Chocolate Banana Bread
By Wafa — 100+ tested recipes
Discover this oatmeal and chocolate banana bread, a delicious gluten-free twist on the original recipe. Perfect for turning your overripe bananas into a comforting dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (+1 for topping if desired)
- 200 g rolled oats, blended into flour
- 100 ml milk
- 2 eggs
- 80 g sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 100 g dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- 2In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add the eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract, then mix until well combined.
- 3In another bowl, whisk together the oat flour (blended oats), salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- 4Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just enough to combine. Be careful not to overmix.
- 5Fold in the chocolate chips and stir gently to distribute them evenly throughout the batter. (I like to sprinkle a little sugar and a few extra chocolate chips on top of the cake for extra indulgence.)
- 6Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Place a banana sliced lengthwise on top.
- 7Bake for approximately 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Tips
- Blend the oats yourself for a more budget-friendly option.
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum flavor and natural sweetness.
- Serve with peanut butter or plain yogurt for a delicious contrast.
Substitutions
- dark chocolate chips → melted dark chocolate — To intensify the chocolate flavor, you can melt the chocolate before folding it into the batter.
- sugar → no added sugar — Naturally sweetened by the bananas, you can reduce or omit the sugar according to your needs.
Nutrition
Frequently asked questions
Is it mandatory to blend the oats for this banana bread recipe?
Yes, I recommend blending the oats before incorporating them into the batter. This results in a finer, more homogeneous texture, which makes the cake more pleasant to eat, especially if you are using rolled oats. Not blending them can lead to a less smooth and coarser texture.
How can I add crunch to this banana bread recipe?
If the moist texture of the banana bread isn't enough and you want to add a touch of crunch, incorporating nuts into the preparation is an excellent option. Roughly chopped hazelnuts or almonds are my favorite choices to enrich the texture. Fold them directly into the batter before baking and don't forget to sprinkle some on top for a crunchy and attractive finish. This will not only enhance the texture but also the flavor of your banana bread.
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