Description
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of overripe bananas and rich chocolate chips, resulting in a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. This simple recipe fills your kitchen with sweet aromas and creates a beloved treat that everyone will enjoy. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with a spread, each slice offers a comforting blend of sweetness and warmth that evokes cherished memories. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this banana bread is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth, leaving some lumps for texture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; set aside.
- Mix melted butter and sugar into the mashed bananas. Add the egg and stir until combined.
- Fold in the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Notes
Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
Add walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
For variations, try adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg