Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a beloved classic that features moist banana bread filled with creamy chocolate chips, offering a delightful harmony of flavors. It's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert and is straightforward enough for bakers of all skill levels.
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter until fully incorporated.
- Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- Slice and enjoy your Chocolate Chip Banana Bread warm, or store it for future enjoyment!
Notes
Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. For a moist bread, do not overmix the batter. Allow the bread to cool fully before slicing to make cutting easier.