Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter.
- Add the baking soda, salt, sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Add the flour and chocolate chips, and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
This recipe is incredibly easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. The key to making the perfect banana bread is to use ripe bananas that are soft and sweet. They’ll give your bread a natural sweetness and a moist texture that’s hard to resist.
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter. Then add the baking soda, salt, sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix everything together until it’s well combined.
Next, add the flour and chocolate chips to the bowl and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can make your bread tough and dry.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean. Once it’s done, allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
When it’s ready, slice and serve the banana bread with chocolate chips as desired. It’s perfect on its own or with a cup of coffee or tea. And if you’re feeling extra indulgent, you can even spread a little butter or cream cheese on top.
This recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire. It’s easy, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. So go ahead and give it a try – your taste buds will thank you!