Best Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
A moist and flavorful loaf that combines ripe bananas and rich chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas Make sure the bananas are very ripe for the best flavor.
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips Consider adding more for a stronger chocolate flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas, then mix in the baking soda and salt.
- Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Stir in the flour until just combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Baking
- Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing. Enjoy your delicious banana bread!
Notes
You can serve the banana bread warm or at room temperature, and consider spreading a little butter on top. It pairs perfectly with coffee or tea. To store, wrap it in plastic wrap or place in an airtight container for 2-3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.