Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
This easy chocolate chip banana bread is perfect for using up ripe bananas and satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Should have brown spots for sweetness
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Can substitute with baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Adjust according to preference
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in.
- Add the flour and mix until just incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan.
Baking
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling
- Let it cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Store the banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap it in foil and place it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.