This Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is the perfect combination of moist, flavorful banana bread with an extra chocolatey twist. The natural sweetness of ripe bananas pairs perfectly with gooey chocolate chips, creating a decadent loaf that’s ideal for breakfast, snack time, or dessert.
What makes this recipe so irresistible is its soft texture, moist crumb, and rich chocolate flavor. Plus, it’s quick to make and can be enjoyed warm right out of the oven or stored for later. Every slice is a delicious treat, making it perfect for sharing with friends and family (or keeping all to yourself).
Servings and Timing
- Serves: 8-10 slices
- Ready in: 1 hour
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed): The key to making the bread soft and moist.
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted): Adds richness and flavor to the bread.
- ¾ cup granulated sugar: For sweetness that complements the bananas.
- 2 eggs: Helps bind the ingredients together and adds structure.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract: Adds a sweet and aromatic flavor.
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour: Forms the base of the bread.
- 1 tsp baking soda: Helps the bread rise.
- ½ tsp salt: Balances the sweetness of the bread.
- ½ tsp cinnamon: Adds warmth and depth to the flavor.
- ¾ cup chocolate chips: For that irresistible chocolatey goodness throughout.
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal after baking.
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Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until everything is combined.
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Add Dry Ingredients:
- Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined—be careful not to overmix, as that could make the bread dense.
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Fold in Chocolate Chips:
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips, saving a few for sprinkling on top of the batter before baking. This gives the bread a nice extra layer of chocolate on top.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan.
- Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top of the batter.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean (a few moist crumbs are okay, but no wet batter should stick).
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Cool & Enjoy:
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Once it’s cool enough to handle, transfer it to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.
- Slice and enjoy!
Tips
- Bananas: For best results, use very ripe bananas—they’re sweeter and more flavorful.
- Storage: Keep the banana bread covered at room temperature for 3-4 days, or refrigerate it for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: You can also freeze the banana bread for up to 3 months. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing.
- Make it Vegan: Replace the eggs with flax eggs or other egg substitutes, and use a plant-based butter to make it vegan-friendly.
- Extra Flavor: For a twist, try adding chopped nuts, dried fruit, or a swirl of peanut butter or Nutella to the batter.
This Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a delightful and easy treat that combines the best of banana bread with a chocolate lover’s dream. Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to become a household favorite. Enjoy each slice with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk for the ultimate indulgence.