Imagine sinking your teeth into a slice of warm, moist banana bread studded with melty chocolate chips that practically scream "comfort food"! This isn't just any ordinary banana bread - it's a game-changing recipe that transforms overripe bananas into a decadent, irresistible treat that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this foolproof recipe promises to deliver bakery-quality results right from your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 75 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about 4 ripe bananas)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork or potato masher until smooth. You should have about 1 1/2 cups of mashed bananas.
- Pour the melted unsalted butter into the bowl with the mashed bananas and mix until well combined.
- Add the granulated sugar to the banana mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
- Crack the two large eggs into the mixture, then add the teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix well until the eggs are fully blended into the batter.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice the chocolate chip banana bread and serve. Enjoy your delicious homemade treat!
Tips
- Use extremely ripe bananas - the darker and spottier, the better! These will provide maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Don't overmix the batter. Stir just until ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender and prevent a tough texture.
- For extra richness, consider using brown butter instead of regular melted butter.
- To prevent chocolate chips from sinking, toss them lightly in a tablespoon of flour before folding into the batter.
- Check doneness with the toothpick test - a few moist crumbs are perfect, but no wet batter should remain.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to help it set and prevent crumbling.
- Store wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container to maintain moisture for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 290kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 50mg
