Description
Chocolate chip banana bread is a warm, inviting treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich, gooey chocolate chips. This easy-to-make recipe results in a moist loaf that brings back nostalgic memories while satisfying your sweet cravings. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this delightful banana bread is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar (½ cup granulated sugar + ½ cup brown sugar)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter and sugars until well combined. Stir in the egg until fully integrated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently add chocolate chips, mixing until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let it cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Substitute dark chocolate chips to enhance richness. - Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch. - For a healthier option, use whole wheat flour or reduce sugar by using natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.