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Delicious slice of chocolate chip banana bread on a wooden table.

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

A warm, comforting bread that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and rich chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Make sure they are very ripe for maximum sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar Can substitute with brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute half with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Can substitute with nuts or dried fruits.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas until well mixed.
  4. Incorporate baking soda and salt into the mixture.
  5. Add in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is combined.
  6. Gently fold in the baking powder and all-purpose flour, careful not to overmix.
  7. Finally, fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 60 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze slices wrapped in plastic wrap and thaw as needed. Add nuts or dried fruit for variations.

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