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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a comforting blend of ripe bananas and sweet chocolate, making it perfect for breakfast or as a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread
  • 1.5 cups ripe and mashed bananas (about 3 to 4 medium bananas) Use overripe bananas for better flavor.
  • 0.5 cups packed light brown sugar Adds depth and warmth.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Balances sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups melted unsalted butter Enhances the richness.
  • 2 large eggs Provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For aromatic bliss.
  • 0.5 cups 2% Greek yogurt or sour cream Adds creaminess and moisture.
  • 1.33 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free baking flour For the bread's structure.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Crucial for rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances flavors.
  • 0.75 cups mini chocolate chips Plus extra for topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare a 9×5 loaf pan by greasing and lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt, then set aside.
Mixing Wet Ingredients
  1. In a separate large bowl, mix the melted butter with both sugars until a paste-like consistency is achieved.
  2. Add the mashed bananas, eggs, yogurt, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and stir until well combined and smooth.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Gently fold in the dry mixture until combined, taking care not to overmix.
  2. Fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  3. Allow to cool completely in the pan before carefully removing.

Notes

To enhance flavor, use overripe bananas and consider adding cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth. Add nuts for crunch, or dark chocolate chips for a deeper chocolate flavor.