Imagine sinking your teeth into a slice of heaven - a moist, decadent banana bread that's not just ordinary, but elevated with a crunchy streusel topping and melted chocolate chips. This isn't just another banana bread recipe; it's a game-changing twist that will transform your baking game forever. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this recipe promises to deliver a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup streusel topping (flour, brown sugar, butter)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add mashed bananas to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined. Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to create a uniform dry mixture.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough bread.
- Gently fold in the semisweet chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- For the streusel topping, mix flour, brown sugar, and cold butter in a small bowl. Use your fingers to create a crumbly texture.
- Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the surface of the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes. To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the bread - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Once cooled, slice and serve. The bread can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week.
Tips
- Choose overripe bananas: The darker and spottier, the better! These will provide maximum sweetness and moisture to your bread.
- Room temperature ingredients are key: Ensure your butter, eggs, and other ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Don't overmix the batter: Mix until ingredients are just combined to keep the bread tender and prevent a tough texture.
- For extra flavor, toast your chocolate chips briefly in a dry pan before adding them to enhance their richness.
- Check your streusel consistency: The topping should look like coarse, sandy crumbs that will create a delightful crunch when baked.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean slicing of your banana bread.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling and help it set properly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 60mg
