Description
This moist and flavorful quick bread perfectly balances the natural sweetness of overripe bananas with rich semi-sweet chocolate morsels. It features a dense crumb and soft, tender texture that makes it an ideal homemade treat for breakfast or a mid-day snack. By using high-quality dark or semi-sweet chocolate and spotted bananas, you can achieve a sophisticated profile that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea. This easy-to-follow recipe is a staple for any home baker looking to elevate their standard banana bread.
Ingredients
3 cups overripe bananas, mashed
0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
Mash the bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
Whisk in the melted butter and brown sugar until combined.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda.
Slowly fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined without streaks.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
Ensure bananas are very brown for the best flavor. Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Trending
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
