Chocolate Chip Banana Bread (Printer-Friendly)
Moist loaf blending ripe bananas and chocolate chips for a sweet, satisfying taste.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Banana Bread Base
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3 ripe bananas, mashed
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1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg, beaten
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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Pinch of salt
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
→ Add-ins
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1/2 cup chocolate chips
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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In a large bowl, mix the melted butter with the mashed bananas until thoroughly combined using a wooden spoon or spatula.
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Add the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture, stirring until smooth and well blended.
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Sprinkle baking soda and a pinch of salt over the mixture, then stir well to distribute evenly and remove lumps.
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Gradually fold in all-purpose flour, stirring gently until the batter is smooth. Take care not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
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Evenly fold the chocolate chips into the batter to ensure consistent distribution throughout.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface with a spatula for uniform baking.
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Bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Begin checking doneness at 55 minutes due to oven variations.
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Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it onto a wire rack to cool completely prior to slicing.
# Extra Tips:
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Using very ripe bananas enhances natural sweetness and moisture. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the crumb tender. Nuts like walnuts or pecans can be added for variation. Store wrapped at room temperature up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Substituting chocolate chips with larger chocolate chunks provides pockets of melted chocolate.