Let’s talk about the lovechild of your 3 PM coffee craving and those bananas dying a slow death on your counter.
This mocha banana bread hits the sweet spot—rich, bold, tender, and just caffeinated enough to keep you functional.
We’ve got cocoa drama, espresso attitude, and banana goodness in one ridiculously delicious vegan loaf.
It’s like dessert, breakfast, and therapy in one pan.
Topped with an espresso glaze so extra, it should have its own TikTok account.
Serve it warm, serve it cold—just don’t plan on leftovers.
Mocha Banana Bread with Espresso Glaze
A rich, chocolaty banana bread with deep mocha flavor, finished with a bold espresso glaze for that perfectly balanced sweet-caffeinated bite.
Ingredients
For the Mocha Banana Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup brewed espresso cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup plant-based milk
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Espresso Glaze:
- 1 tbsp brewed espresso
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Splash of non-dairy milk if needed for consistency
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash the bananas until mostly smooth.
- Add melted coconut oil, brown sugar, espresso, vanilla, and milk. Stir like you mean it.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Don’t overthink it.
- Pour into the loaf pan. Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick exits clean.
- Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk espresso and powdered sugar. Adjust thickness with a splash of milk if needed.
- Drizzle over cooled bread like a caffeinated queen.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 225
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Potassium: 10%
- Iron: 7%
- Folate: 5%
- Calcium: 3%
- Vitamin B6: 6%
✨ Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Add chopped dark chocolate for double-trouble mocha vibes.
- Swap espresso with strong cold brew for an extra coffee punch.
- Want crunch? Toss in chopped walnuts.
- Store leftovers (if any) in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Warm slices in a pan for that just-baked experience every time.
