Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

Indulge in this delicious Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, a classic treat with the sweet flavors of ripe bananas and rich chocolate chips. This recipe elevates traditional banana bread with a delicious chocolatey twist, making it a perfect choice for breakfast, dessert, or a comforting snack.

Why you’ll love this bread: This banana bread is easy to make and incredibly satisfying, combining the natural sweetness of bananas with the indulgent taste of chocolate. The addition of granulated and brown sugar gives it a deep, caramel-like sweetness that pairs perfectly with the chocolate chips. Its moist texture and rich flavor profile make it a hit with all ages and preferences.

Perfect opportunity: Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is versatile for any occasion. It’s perfect for a warm family breakfast, a sweet treat in kids’ lunch boxes, or a thoughtful homemade gift. Serve it at informal gatherings, bring it to potlucks, or enjoy it as a perfect end to a meal. It’s especially comforting during the colder months, but it’s great all year round.

Ingredients:

• 3 large ripe bananas, coarsely mashed
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• A pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus more for garnish

Method:

1. Prepare the dough:
   • In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg and vanilla extract. Whisk well until all ingredients are well combined.
2. Add the dry ingredients:
   • Sift the all-purpose flour into the banana mixture to make sure there are no lumps. Add the baking soda and a pinch of salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

3. Add chocolate chips:
   • Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter. Batter will be thick.
4. Bake the bread:
   • Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper to make it easier to remove the bread.
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top for an even more intense chocolatey flavor.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.

5. Let cool and serve:
   • Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This resting period allows the flavors to blend and the texture to set.

Serve this chocolate chip banana bread slices as is or warm them slightly for a gooey chocolate experience. It’s a comforting and delicious treat that’s sure to please everyone or just make your day a little sweeter. Enjoy!