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Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

A moist and flavorful banana bread loaded with chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Loaf pan (9x5 inches)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  4. Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir until combined.
  5. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until fully mixed.
  6. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, then add the flour.
  7. Stir just until the flour disappears.
  8. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  10. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

Store leftover bread wrapped tightly to maintain freshness. Can be served with butter, ice cream, or fresh fruits.