Remember those mornings when the house smelled like warm, freshly baked donuts? I do, and recently the craving for that sweet comfort came back strong. To satisfy it I revisited one of my favorite combinations: banana and chocolate. The result was these double chocolate baked banana donuts—rich, moist, and satisfying without feeling heavy. They have the texture of a light chocolate cake with the fruit-forward flavor of banana, and when made with a no-sugar-added baking chocolate, they can be a lower-point treat for Weight Watchers. If you’ve ever wanted chocolate banana bread in donut form, this recipe delivers.
Three reasons why you need to make this recipe
1. A seasonal yet timeless flavor. While perfect for the transition into spring, these donuts work any time of year. The bananas add natural sweetness and a dense, satisfying crumb.
2. Great for brunch or a portable snack. Serve them at a weekend brunch, pack one for a coffee break, or enjoy as a healthier dessert option—guests will be impressed and you won’t feel overindulgent.
3. Banana and chocolate are a classic pairing. The sweet banana balances the deep cocoa flavor, and small chocolate chips folded through the batter create pockets of melted chocolate in every bite.
Ingredients for Baked Banana Donuts
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 medium mashed banana
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cashew milk (or another low-point milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 32 g Lily’s dark chocolate chips (about 2.5 tablespoons)
How to make Baked Banana Donuts (step by step)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 6-hole donut pan with nonstick spray or a light brush of oil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the egg and sugar until slightly frothy. Stir in the mashed banana, milk, and vanilla until combined.
- Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, and cocoa powder until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the donuts tender.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
- Divide the batter evenly among the six donut cavities, filling them near the top for a full donut shape.
- Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the thickest part comes out clean. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Makes 6 donuts.
Nutrition (per donut)
Calories: 98 • Fat: 3 g • Saturated fat: 1.25 g • Carbs: 15 g • Fiber: 3.5 g • Sugars: 4.45 g • Sodium: 15.97 mg • Protein: 2 g
WW Points for Baked Banana Donuts
These donuts are calculated at 3 WW points per serving using the WW app recipe creator when made with the specified ingredients. Individual point values for ingredients (as used in the recipe calculation):
- Egg: 0 points
- Sugar: 4 points
- Medium mashed banana: 0 points
- Unsweetened cashew milk: 0 points
- Vanilla extract: 0 points
- All-purpose flour: 4 points
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 2 points
- Baking powder: 0 points
- Lily’s dark chocolate chips: 5 points
Older WW systems may show slightly different totals: some legacy calculators return 2–3 points depending on the plan. Use your preferred WW tool to confirm for your account.
Different ways to change up this recipe
- Swap the chocolate chips for another no-sugar-added flavor of baking chocolate—salted caramel, white chocolate-style, or peanut butter-style chips work well.
- Stir in a small amount of chopped nuts for texture, or add a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra warmth.
- Turn these into muffins by baking in a lined muffin tin for roughly the same time—check for doneness with a toothpick.
Tips and tricks for making Baked Banana Donuts
- Use ripe bananas with brown speckles for the best banana flavor and natural sweetness.
- Measure flour lightly to avoid dense donuts—spoon it into the measuring cup and level off with a knife.
- Cool donuts completely before storing. Keep leftovers in a sealed container at room temperature for a day, then refrigerate. These donuts freeze well: wrap individually and thaw at room temperature or warm briefly in the oven.
- If you prefer a glaze, use a light dusting of powdered sugar or a thin chocolate drizzle made from a small amount of melted low-sugar chocolate.
Similar recipes you’ll enjoy
- Blueberry Cake Donuts
- Chocolate Banana Muffins
- Classic Banana Bread
Additional Info
Course: Baking • Servings: 6 • Prep: about 10 minutes • Cook: 16 minutes • Total time: roughly 26 minutes