Banana Bread Recipe with Chocolate Chips
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Banana Bread Recipe with Chocolate Chips. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert, this moist and delicious loaf is sure to please everyone at your table. Made with ripe bananas and rich chocolate chips, it’s an easy-to-follow recipe that transforms overripe bananas into a delightful treat. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with a spread of nut butter, each slice promises to be a hit. Plus, it’s customizable! Feel free to add nuts or spices to create your unique version. Bake this banana bread today and fill your home with irresistible aromas that will have everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt (and optional cinnamon). Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips (and nuts if using).
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg