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Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

A quick and easy recipe for deliciously moist chocolate chip banana bread, perfect for any baking novice. This treat is sure to bring warmth and happiness to your home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 medium ripe bananas The riper, the better!
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Let it cool slightly before adding.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute for gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Use semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Mix in the melted butter until well incorporated.
  4. Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla; stir until combined.
  5. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, then mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve warm with butter or enjoy with vanilla ice cream. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the fridge for a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.