Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistibly moist chocolate chip banana bread recipe that everyone will love. Perfectly blending the sweetness of ripe bananas and rich chocolate chips, this banana bread is not only a delicious treat but also incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or a delightful dessert, this loaf is sure to impress your family and friends. With straightforward steps and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can whip up this delightful creation. Plus, its versatility means you can enjoy it plain, toasted with butter, or even topped with ice cream for an extra special indulgence. Get ready to savor every bite of this scrumptious homemade banana bread!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mash the ripe bananas using a fork until chunky; mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in 3/4 cup of chocolate chips and pour batter into the prepared pan; sprinkle the remaining chips on top.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg