Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of this Banana Bread Recipe with Chocolate Chips. This moist, tender loaf transforms overripe bananas into a sweet masterpiece, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The rich chocolate chips melt beautifully into the banana mixture, creating a harmonious blend that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite nuts or spices, this recipe is a must-try for any baking enthusiast. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or simply craving a delectable treat, this banana bread is sure to bring joy to your table.
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas and mix in melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips (and optional nuts).
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 224
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 198mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 36mg