Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
This chocolate chip banana bread is soft, moist, and packed with the wonderful flavors of ripe bananas and sweet chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Make sure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 cup sugar For a less sweet version, reduce the sugar slightly.
- 1 piece egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour For a healthier twist, you can substitute half with whole wheat flour.
- 1 cup chocolate chips Feel free to adjust the amount if adding nuts or other ingredients.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mix the mashed bananas with melted butter.
- Stir in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix well.
- Add the flour and mix until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan.
Baking
- Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
You can serve this banana bread warm or at room temperature. It's great on its own, but you can also spread a little butter or cream cheese on top for extra flavor. Enjoy it with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful snack or breakfast! To keep your banana bread fresh, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze it. It can last in the freezer for up to three months. When you’re ready to enjoy it, thaw it overnight in the fridge, then bring it to room temperature or warm it slightly in the microwave.