Dark Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe
Dark-Choc Banana Bread Recipe: A Weekend Baking Inspiration with Ceremonial Cacao
Weekends are all about slowing down, indulging in self-care, and treating yourself to something special. What better way to do that than with a warm, freshly baked loaf of Dark-Choc Banana Bread? This isn’t just any banana bread—it’s a nutrient-packed treat featuring the rich, deep flavors of ceremonial cacao. Whether you’re aiming to satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt or you’re on the lookout for a healthy, yet indulgent snack, this recipe has got you covered.
Ceremonial cacao has been revered for centuries, not just for its rich taste but also for its numerous health benefits. It’s a powerful superfood known to boost mood, enhance mental clarity, and provide a natural source of energy. Incorporating ceremonial cacao into your diet can support heart health, improve circulation, and offer a potent dose of antioxidants. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to elevate any baking recipe, adding depth and complexity to your favorite treats.
This Dark-Choc Banana Bread is not only delicious but also vegan, grain-free, sugar-free, high in protein, high in fiber, and gluten-free. It's the perfect blend of taste and wellness, ensuring you get the best of both worlds.
Pro Tip: If you’re baking for kids, make sure to use very ripe bananas to naturally sweeten the bread. For a subtler chocolate flavor, reduce the amount of ceremonial cacao to 1 tablespoon.
Wet Ingredients
🍌 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas: Use very ripe (spotty) bananas for natural sweetness, crucial for making this recipe kid-friendly.
🍌 4 Tbsp Coconut Cream
🍌 1 tsp Coconut Oil
🍌 Vegan Egg Replacer/Flax Egg/Chia Egg or 1 Egg
🍌 1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
Dry Ingredients
🍌 1 1/3 cups Almond Flour
🍌 1/4 cup Psyllium Husk
🍌 4 Tbsp Ceremonial Cacao: Soma Cacao is perfect for this recipe, offering the full spectrum of cacao’s health benefits.
🍌 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
🍌 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
🍌 1/2 tsp Cardamom
🍌 1 tsp Cinnamon
🍌 1 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
🍌 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Measure out all dry ingredients, except for the baking soda, and set them aside.
Mash the bananas thoroughly in a large bowl. Mix in the coconut cream, coconut oil, and your choice of egg replacer or regular egg. For a quick method, blend all wet ingredients (except the vinegar) until smooth.
Combine wet and dry ingredients. Add the blended wet ingredients to your dry mix and whisk until smooth.
Activate the baking soda with vinegar. Place the baking soda in a small cup, pour in the apple cider vinegar, and let it fizz. Stir this into your batter.
Pour the batter into a lined loaf pan. If you want an extra chocolatey kick, sprinkle some additional ceremonial cacao on top.
Bake for 50 minutes or until the loaf is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool before slicing. Store in the fridge for lasting freshness—if you don’t devour it all first! 😋
Serving Suggestions
This banana bread is incredibly versatile and pairs well with:
Unsweetened coconut yogurt for a nutrient-packed breakfast.
Fresh fruit, hemp seeds, toasted nuts, or a drizzle of your favorite natural sweetener.
For a truly indulgent treat, fry a slice in coconut oil and top with dairy-free ice cream.
Incorporating ceremonial cacao into your diet through recipes like this Dark-Choc Banana Bread is an easy way to enjoy its numerous health benefits. From boosting your mood and energy levels to enhancing your overall well-being, ceremonial cacao is a superfood that’s as delicious as it is nutritious.
Enjoy this weekend baking project and discover the amazing benefits of ceremonial cacao in every bite! Happy baking!
