Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
A soft and sweet loaf made with ripe bananas and melty chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas with lots of brown spots for the best flavor.
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- a pinch salt
- 3/4 cup sugar Can reduce sugar by 1/4 cup.
- 1 large egg, beaten Can substitute with a flax egg for egg-free option.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Measure by spooning into the cup and leveling off.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Toss in a little flour before folding in for even distribution.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter.
- Mix in the baking soda and salt.
- Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Stir in the all-purpose flour until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
Baking
- Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool before slicing.
Notes
Best served warm or at room temperature. Can be enjoyed plain, spread with butter, or topped with cream cheese. For a fruity pairing, see blueberry banana ideas for toppings. Store leftovers by wrapping tightly in plastic wrap for up to 3 days at room temperature or in a sealed bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.