Banana Bread Recipe with Chocolate Chips
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of homemade Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips. This delightful recipe transforms overripe bananas into a moist, tender loaf that bursts with rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for busy mornings or as a sweet snack, this banana bread is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re enjoying it fresh from the oven or toasted with a pat of nut butter, each slice promises to bring smiles all around. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to reduce food waste by using those forgotten bananas on your countertop. Let’s dive into this delicious treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 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)
- Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Mix in melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. If using cinnamon, add it here.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet mixture until just blended—do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few crumbs.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg