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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

A warm and comforting loaf of Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, perfect for breakfast or dessert, studded with melting chocolate and the sweetness of ripe bananas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The riper the sweeter; brown spots are your friend.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter, slightly cooled Adds rich, tender crumb. Substitute: coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds depth and chew; substitute with coconut sugar for a less refined option.
  • 1 large egg, beaten Binds the loaf and adds structure. Replace with flax egg for vegan option (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 3 tablespoons water).
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds the flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Gives the loaf lift.
  • a pinch salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour For a lighter loaf, use 1 cup all-purpose + 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Semi-sweet for balance; swap for dark chocolate for a more intense bite, or white chocolate for a sweeter twist.
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) Adds crunch; omit for nut-free.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth. Stir in the melted butter, brown sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla until well combined.
  • Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture; stir in the flour until just combined. Don’t overmix — a few lumps are okay.
  • Gently fold in about three-quarters of the chocolate chips, saving the rest for the top. If using nuts, fold them in now.

Baking

  • Pour the batter into your prepared pan, smooth the top, and scatter the remaining chocolate chips over the surface.
  • Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  • Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool further.
  • Slice warm for gooey chocolate bites, or wait until slightly cool for cleaner slices.

Notes

For extra-moist bread, stir in 2 tablespoons of sour cream or Greek yogurt. For festive flair, add spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
Keyword Baking, Banana Bread, Chocolate Chip, Comfort Food, Easy Recipes