EASY CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA BREAD
This easy chocolate chip banana bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich chocolate chips for a delightful treat. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, this loaf is quick to make and sure to please!
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowls
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 whisk
- 1 fork
- 1 9x5-inch loaf pan
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas About 1 ½ cups mashed.
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- a pinch salt
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 large egg Beaten.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. You'll need about 1 ½ cups of mashed bananas.
- Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
- Add the vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- Mix in the sugar, followed by the beaten egg, ensuring everything is well incorporated.
- Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Finally, fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra kick, you may add chopped nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon. Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best sweetness and moisture. Store any leftovers wrapped in plastic wrap or aluminum foil at room temperature for up to 3 days, or slice and freeze for longer storage.