Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
A simple, rich, and addictive banana bread recipe loaded with chocolate chips, perfect for using up overripe bananas.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas The riper, the better.
- 1 cup sugar Regular granulated sugar.
- 2 pieces eggs Large eggs.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup melted butter Can substitute with oil but butter gives better flavor.
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Sifted.
- 1 cup chocolate chips Mix of semi-sweet and dark recommended.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork.
- Add sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter to the mashed bananas. Mix until combined.
- Stir in the flour until just combined; the batter can be lumpy.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into a lined loaf pan.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes.
- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out mostly clean.
- Allow the bread to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a moister loaf, use extra ripe bananas and add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt. Storing: Allow to cool completely before wrapping in plastic wrap. Can be stored at room temperature for 1-2 days or in the fridge for longer freshness.