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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

This Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is the perfect way to use up ripe bananas—and an even better excuse to enjoy a slice of something sweet and satisfying. Soft, buttery, and studded with melty chocolate chips, this loaf is a cozy favorite for breakfast, dessert, or anytime in between.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat sugar and softened butter until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and mashed bananas.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
  8. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/chocolate-chip-banana-bread-2/

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas with lots of brown spots for the richest flavor.
  • For extra moisture, you can add 2 tablespoons of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the batter.
  • Swap chocolate chips for chopped walnuts or mix in both for a nutty twist!