Description
Indulge in the delightful warmth of homemade Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips, a classic treat that transforms overripe bananas into a moist and flavorful loaf. This easy-to-follow recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich chocolate chips, creating a perfect balance of flavors that will please everyone in your family. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or even as dessert, this banana bread is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen. With minimal cleanup and endless customization options, it’s a fantastic way to use up those bananas while savoring each delicious slice.
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)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently mix 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 inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg