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Ok, so I may have a slight obsession with bananas.
Along with cooking them until they are as caramelized and delicious as can be.
Yes, it was just a week ago that I told you guys about this Chocolate Avocado Mousse with Caramelized Bananas. And man, remembering back that had coconut in it too. Oops.
But, I just cannot help it. I mean, the last few weeks have just been so much meat. It has left me craving greens, hearty breads and apparently coconut, bananas and chocolate.
To me, this is winter comfort food. Especially a warm, moist, chocolatey slice with a glass of cold milk. Yeah, that is just perfect.
I kind of feel like this Tuesday needs some chocolate chunk banana bread. Is it me or does it feel like this week is moving way to slow? Is it really only Tuesday?
Wait, actually the days are going by in record speed, but what I mean is that Friday could not come fast enough.
And also, some organization.
Moving makes the house look like a war zone and it is starting to stress me out. We have to be completely out of the old house by the 15th. That means all cleaned up and looking good. So at least then we can concentrate on getting the new place organized. Great house, but not enough storage! Where to put everything – yikes!
And that is about all the words I have for you today.
I have started writing these next four paragraphs at least ten times and erased single every word.
I do have things to say and tell. Things like how my weirdo brother Brendan is the star in the new McDonald’s commercial or how my thirteen and eighteen year old brothers are currently living it up on five course meals in Europe at the Burton European Open (snowboard competition) being chaperoned by the Red Bull and Burton team managers. I could also go on and on about the fact that my house is in a state of complete disaster or on a more positive and exciting note, I could be sharing with you all my ideas about the Barn. Or I could just simply let you know how you should really try this banana bread, because not only is it delicious, it’s really quite healthy – but nothing is flowing. Like nothing.
And as shown in the paragraph above, my proper use of the English language is not up to par either.
So for today I am just going to leave you with the concept that you really should make this bread. It is quick, easy and awesome, and the bread is so moist with incredible flavor. Roasted bananas are where it is at. Especially when combined with chocolate and coconut.
Ooey gooey banana bread can fix almost anything.
Toasted Coconut and Chocolate Chunk Roasted Banana Bread.
Servings: 12 Servings
Calories Per Serving: 357 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 4 bananas
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1/4 cups white whole wheat flour or whole wheat pastry flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup loosely packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup canned coconut milk may swap butter milk or greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup coconut oil melted (or swap canola oil)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces dark chocolate chopped (use more or less to your liking)
- 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes optional
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat. Peel the bananas and lay them flat on the baking sheet. Drizzle each banana with a drizzle of honey and then sprinkle with cinnamon. Roast them for 20-25 minutes or until the tops of the bananas are very golden brown and caramelized. Remove from the oven and let cool 5 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, mash the bananas and set aside. Reduce the oven temp to 350 degrees F.
- Spray a 9x5 loaf pan thoroughly with nonstick spray. In a small bowl, combine the white whole wheat flour (or whole wheat pastry flour), all-purpose flour, baking soda and salt, whisking thoroughly. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and brown sugar until smooth. Add in coconut milk and canola oil, whisking until combined. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla until mixed. Slowly stir in dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped chocolate and toasted coconut. Pour batter into the greased loaf pan and sprinkle with the remaining unsweetened coconut flakes.
- Place loaf pan on a baking sheet and set in the oven. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until center is set. If the top begins to brown (mine did after about 45 minutes), tent the bread with aluminum foil.
- Remove and let cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting. Bread will keep (covered) for 3-5 days.
There, I am done!
This post was originally published on January 14, 2014
How I wish I had a generous slice of that right now! Love!
Wish I could send you a loaf!! Thanks Jennifer!
This looks TOTALLY amazing I love everything in this bread! Pinning for later! YUM!
Thanks so much, Sophia!
I hear ya, sister- ooey, gooey banana & chocolate baked goods are what’s been getting me out of bed in the mornings! Good luck with all the craziness in your life right now; sounds like some fun and exciting times!
Thank you so much, Ruthy! 🙂
This looks wonderful! I especially like the addition of chocolate and toasted coconut. This really does look delicious!
Thank you so much, Jodee!! Chocolate and coconut together is one of my favorite combos!
I just died and went to heaven looking at these pictures. Pinned for later (aka can someone PLEASE bring this to me right now while I drink my morning coffee?!)!
Haha!! Thanks so much, Katie!
Oh, I have been addicted to bananas lately. And there is nothing like a warm piece of banana bread with a big class of milk of coffee. And the melted chocolate pockets? I could eat it a loaf a day, no problem. P.S. I want to hear more about this McDonalds thing! And congrats to your brothers … sounds like they are doing good! 🙂
I have been too!! 🙂
Thanks so much, Mary Frances!
how do your get you bread so perfectly on top? mine always cracks in a million directions – any secrets?
Haha! I have no idea. I got lucky with this loaf, trust me that happens all the time to most of my breads. Sorry I have no tips for ya!
Thanks Christine!
I’m a horrible baker, but you make baking seem less intimidating!!
Haha! You can bake this!! trust me, it is easy!
Thanks Ali!
Woh–hold on a sec, your brother is a star of a new McDonald’s commercial?! Umm, I need more details.
I love those roasted bananas! I bet they have so much flavor–and this banana bread looks perfect. It is probably the one baked good that I can NEVER have the will power to turn down.
Haha! Yeah, basically he needs money since he tore is LCL over Christmas and cannot snowboard for a little while. So he went and tried out for the McDonalds commercial and got it. I mean, I never knew he could act! Although all he is doing is snowboarding down to some girls and they give him chicken nuggets, so I am not sure how much acting is involved.
Thanks!!
I’ve never roasted bananas before either, but I have 4 sitting on my counter and now I know where they are going. Today is the perfect day for baking this bread – and I have all the ingredients – score!
This just came out of the oven and it smells heavenly!
YAY! Thanks for making it, Kathy!
Oh yeah!! Hope you love this one Kathy!! Thanks!
This looks so good. I am not crazy about regular banana bread but I love coconut and dark chocolate. One thing I wonder is, do you put in the burnt part of the banana?? I don’t think I could do that.
Good luck with getting it all moved out by tomorrow.
I did add the burnt part, but I love that!! If you are not into it, just do not let yours burn at all. I am still getting used to this oven, so I totally burnt these, but like I said I actually like that. It can do what ever you want obviously!
Thank you so much, Charlotte!! Things are looking good with the move! YA! Only our new house is a mess!
This is gorgeous. Banana, chocolate bread is one of my favorites. You did it right. Pinning.
Thank you so much, Norma!
LOVE the roasted bananas in your banana bread, Tieghan! Also, that there is coconut in there as well as chocolate chunks. Mmmm. All of my favorites. Cannot wait to make this! Thanks for sharing, girl. Pinning!
The roasted bananas are so good! Love them!
Thank you so much, Stacy! 🙂
Oh my goodness I want to make this right now. I’ve never roasted bananas before but I’m always willing to try something new. Plus, I’m a big fan of cakes with fruit in – totally healthy =D
Thank you so much, Laura! You have to give roasted bananas a try. So good!
I love that you got 4 bananas into 1 loaf, that there’s honey, coconut, choc chips…I love banana bread and this would be right up my alley! And again, your black board is looking awesome with those choc chips 🙂 pinned to my banana bread board!
The bananas the better in my opinion!! Love them so much! 🙂
Thanks for pinning!