Banana bread is a beloved classic in our household. It’s the perfect treat for breakfast or as a snack, and when you add chocolate chips, it transforms into a mouthwatering dessert everyone will adore. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, this easy chocolate chip banana bread is a recipe you’ll make again and again.
How to Make Easy Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
This recipe comes together quickly, and the result is a soft, moist, and flavorful banana bread. Follow these steps for the best results:
Step 1: Mash the bananas. Make sure your bananas are overripe. The more brown spots, the better for flavor! Mash them until smooth, with no chunks left.
Step 2: Prepare the pan. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray.
Step 3: Make the batter. Cream together softened butter and both granulated and brown sugars. Then, add the eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract. Stir in the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined—be careful not to overmix.
Step 4: Add the chocolate chips. Gently fold in 3/4 cup of chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
Step 5: Bake at 350°F for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Storing Tips
Banana bread stays fresh for up to 4 days when stored at room temperature. Cover the bread with plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container to prevent it from drying out. We recommend keeping it at room temperature, as refrigeration can make it dry.
Freezing Banana Bread
You can freeze the entire loaf or slices. Wrap the loaf in plastic wrap followed by foil, or wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months, and thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
Variations & Tips
This banana bread is perfect for experimenting with different flavors. You can add fresh berries, or even transform it into banana muffins for a fun twist! Overripe bananas are the key to perfect banana bread, so don’t throw them away—use them for this delicious treat!
Other Banana Bread Recipes You Might Love:
- Blueberry Banana Bread
- Paleo Chocolate Strawberry Banana Bread (made with coconut flour)
- Banana Coconut Crunch Bread
- Chocolate Zucchini Banana Bread
- Banana Coconut Crunch Muffins
- Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe
This moist and rich banana bread is filled with melty chocolate chips for a sweet treat that’s perfect any time of day.
Ingredients:
- 4 overripe bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mash the bananas in a small bowl and set them aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy. Add in eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla and mix until well combined.
- Sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, and fold them into the wet ingredients until just incorporated. Gently fold in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Enjoy your slice of this decadent chocolate chip banana bread!
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