Irresistible Choc Chip Banana Bread Recipe You'll Crave
This choc chip banana bread combines the natural sweetness of bananas with rich chocolate chips, creating a moist and delightful treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- bread pan
- Wire rack
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter to add richness and moisture
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar for the perfect touch of sweetness
- 2 large eggs to bind the ingredients and create a fluffy texture
- 3 medium/large bananas mashed; the riper, the better for natural sweetness
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor profile
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour for the structure of the bread
- 1 tsp baking soda acts as a leavening agent
- 1/2 tsp salt to balance the sweetness
For the Chocolate Chips
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips divided; fold in 3/4 cup for melting pockets and sprinkle 1/4 cup on top
Instructions
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350˚F.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Mash the bananas with a fork until resembling chunky applesauce and add to the mixture.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then add to the wet mixture.
- Fold in 3/4 cup of chocolate chips gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bread pan and top with remaining chocolate chips.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Serve each slice warm with a pat of butter for an extra treat!