Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of our Banana Bread Recipe with Chocolate Chips. This delightful loaf combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich, melted chocolate chips, creating a treat that’s perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. With a moist texture and soft crumb, it’s sure to be a favorite among family and friends. Best of all, this easy-to-follow recipe requires just 10 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for busy days. Customize it with your choice of nuts or spices for an extra touch of flavor. Enjoy every slice fresh from the oven or toasted with butter!
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 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)
- Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas, then mix in melted butter. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla; stir until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg