Description
This classic banana bread with chocolate chips is moist, flavorful, and perfect for a snack or breakfast treat. Made with ripe bananas and rich chocolate chips, it combines a soft, tender crumb with the sweetness of chocolate in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another large bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter with brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs, followed by the mashed ripe bananas, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated to avoid overmixing, which could toughen the bread.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter for pockets of melty chocolate.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
- If you don’t have milk, you can substitute with any plant-based milk or water.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the banana bread tender.
- Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- For a nutty variation, consider adding 1/2 cup chopped walnuts along with the chocolate chips.
