Low Sodium Chocolate Banana Bread

Indulge in the guilt-free decadence of Low Sodium Chocolate Banana Bread—an irresistible treat that balances rich chocolate flavor with a naturally sweet banana base. Perfect for those mindful of their sodium intake, this recipe swaps traditional baking powder for a low sodium alternative and relies on ripe bananas for a touch of natural sweetness. Every slice is packed with velvety cocoa and studded with dark chocolate chips, delivering a satisfying dessert or snack without overwhelming salt content. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a straightforward mix-and-bake process, this moist and flavorful loaf is as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream, or savor it on its own as a healthier chocolatey indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 large Ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Low sodium baking powder
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup Milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the melted unsalted butter and stir until combined.

Step 3

Stir in the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and low sodium baking powder.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Fold in the dark chocolate chips and milk, mixing until the batter is well blended. Ensure the chocolate chips are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the chocolate banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1164.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3285.8

Total Fat 152.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 483.3mg	0%
Sodium 1408.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 486.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.0g	0%
Total Sugars 253.1g
Protein 52.6g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 324.3mg	0%
Iron 27.8mg	0%
Potassium 3396.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.9%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 55.2%