Whip up a classic treat with a chocolatey twist with this Chocolate Chip Banana Bread. It's a moist, flavor-packed loaf that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich indulgence of dark chocolate chips, perfect for a comforting snack or a crowd-pleasing dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (215g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups (355ml) mashed banana (from about 3 medium, ripe bananas)
- ¾ cup (165g) light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ¼ cup (56g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup (113g) mini dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add brown sugar and whisk until the mixture is glossy. Incorporate the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and fold until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and optionally sprinkle with more chocolate chips.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean (melted chocolate is fine). Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice this banana bread for a delightful snack that marries the comfort of a family favorite with the excitement of chocolate chips. It's sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. For more delicious recipes, remember to bookmark our site!
