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Norah Kay

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread with Olive Oil & Less Sugar

This healthier twist on classic banana bread is everything you love—moist, flavorful, and full of gooey chocolate chips—but made with olive oil, whole wheat flour, and less sugar. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or a clean dessert, it’s a feel-good loaf the whole family will devour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1¾ cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon optional
Wet Ingredients
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup or raw honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 ripe bananas mashed (about 1⅓ cups)
  • ¼ cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Add-Ins
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips 70% or higher
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls (2)
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk Dry Ingredients in a medium bowl: flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. Whisk Wet Ingredients in a large bowl: olive oil, maple syrup, and eggs. Add mashed bananas, yogurt, and vanilla; mix until creamy.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gently fold dry ingredients into wet using a spatula until just combined—don’t overmix!
  5. Fold in Chocolate Chips and nuts (if using). Distribute evenly.
  6. Pour Batter into Pan, smooth the top, and bake for 50–60 minutes.
  7. Check for Doneness: A toothpick inserted should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in Pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
✅ Nutrition Info (per slice, based on 12 servings — approximate)
  1. Calories: 210
  2. Fat: 9g
  3. Saturated Fat: 2g
  4. Carbohydrates: 30g
  5. Fiber: 3g
  6. Sugars: 10g
  7. Protein: 4g

Notes

✅  Notes

  • For a sweeter loaf, use overripe bananas and up to ¾ cup chocolate chips.
  • Greek yogurt can be swapped with plant-based yogurt.
  • Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 6 days.
  • Freezes well—slice first, then wrap and freeze for grab-and-go breakfasts.