Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking and savoring this irresistibly moist chocolate chip banana bread. Bursting with the rich flavors of ripe bananas and melty chocolate chips, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Whether you’re sharing it with loved ones or enjoying a solitary slice, each bite brings comfort and satisfaction. Its tender texture and customizable options make it a versatile treat that everyone will adore. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even beginner bakers can achieve delicious results. Get ready to create a loaf that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 medium/large ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 3/4 cups)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, divided
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in 3/4 cup of chocolate chips; reserve the remaining for topping.
- Pour batter into the loaf pan and sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for about 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg