Chocolate Chip Banana Bread (Printable Recipe)
Moist banana loaf packed with chocolate chips. Easy to make and great for any time of day.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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3 ripe bananas mashed
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1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
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3/4 cup brown sugar packed
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mash bananas until mostly smooth. Stir in melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until fully blended.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly mixed.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
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Fold in chocolate chips, reserving a small handful for topping the batter later.
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Pour batter into prepared pan, sprinkle reserved chips on top, and bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Allow loaf to cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
# Extra Tips:
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Use very ripe bananas for enhanced sweetness and moisture.
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Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a soft tender crumb.
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Chocolate chips can be substituted with chopped chocolate or mini chips for even distribution.
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Loaf freezes well for up to 3 months when tightly wrapped.