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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread That's Simply Irresistible

This easy Chocolate Chip Banana Bread transforms overripe bananas into a moist delight, dotted with melty chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2-3 Overripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened and at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to preference.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Packed.
  • 2 large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Opt for pure to enhance flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check expiration date.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor balance.
  • 3/4 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Feel free to swap for milk or dark chocolate.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash 2-3 overripe bananas in a small mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. Cream together 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 2 large eggs, the mashed bananas, and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix well.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  6. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Fold in 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips on top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, checking for doneness.
  10. Cool in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use very overripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter.

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