Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Indulge in the warmth of homemade chocolate chip banana bread. This easy, one-bowl recipe combines ripe bananas and rich chocolate chips for a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With its fluffy texture and inviting aroma, this banana bread is sure to become a favorite among family and friends. Enjoy it fresh from the oven or save some for later—if you can resist!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3–4 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Mix in melted butter, eggs, and sugar until well combined.
- Gently fold in flour, baking soda, and salt until just incorporated—be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 65g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg