Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

Enter my kitchen, where ripe bananas and velvety chocolate chips unite to create Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips—a moist, flavorful loaf that marries the essence of bananas with the irresistible allure of chocolate, promising a delightful journey in every bite.

Banana bread with chocolate chips is a classic and beloved dessert that uses up those few bananas that are starting to brown. The rich, melt-in-your-mouth goodness of chocolate with the naturally sweet and moist essence of ripe bananas. This chocolate chip banana bread is requested monthly from my little ones. They enjoy this treat that can be perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as an anytime snack. The soft, tender crumb of the banana bread pairs harmoniously with the bursts of semi-sweet and mini chocolate chips, making every bite a delightful adventure in flavors and textures.

When I’m not making this basic version of chocolate chip banana bread I’m making my peanut butter banana bread or my double chocolate banana bread. Whether your in the mood for a classic of something a little extra–my banana bread recipes are tried and true and will never disappoint!

Why this Recipe Works

Irresistible Flavor: The combination of ripe bananas and chocolate chips creates a symphony of sweet, fruity, and chocolatey notes that dance on your taste buds, leaving you craving more.

Simple and Quick: This recipe is incredibly easy to follow, and it doesn’t require any fancy equipment or ingredients. With just a few steps, you can whip up a delicious loaf of banana bread with chocolate chips to enjoy with friends and family.

Versatility: Whether you’re hosting a brunch, need a comforting dessert, or want to surprise your loved ones with a homemade treat, this banana bread fits the bill. It’s a versatile recipe that suits various occasions.

Ingredients

• Bananas – You will want at least 4 ripe bananas that you will mash
• Sugar – You will need brown sugar for this recipe.
• Butter – One stick of unsalted butter at room temperature works best for this recipe.
• Egg– 1 egg preferably at room temperature.
• Vanilla extract – This adds to the banana bread and makes the flavors come together.
• All-purpose flour – I always use all-purpose flour for this recipe. I have not tried any other type of flour for this recipe, but I would imagine that half-wheat (half white flour /half whole wheat) could work but would yield a denser Banana bread. I also think with some tweaking you may be able to make this with gluten free flour. Once again, I have not tested this methods–just suggestions.
• Baking soda – This helps the bread rise and cannot be skipped.
• Salt – The butter balances the sweetness.
• Chocolate chips – I use full size semi-sweet chocolate chips for this recipe. Dark chocolate or milk chocolate would work as well.

How to Make Banana Bread

First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl using the tines of a fork.

Using a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment; cream together the brown sugar on medium-low speed for 30 seconds. Turn the mixer off, using a silicone spatula scrape down the sides of the bowl. Then, add in the mashed bananas, egg and vanilla extract. Mix again for 30 seconds.

Then, add in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until combined 30 seconds to 1 minute. Then pour in the 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray. Using the silicone spatula, spread the batter into the loaf pan. Sprinkle the ½ cup of chocolate chips on to the top of banana bread.

Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the middle comes clean.

Remove the banana bread from the oven. Let rest in pan for 30 minutes, then remove to a plate to continue cooling.

How to Make Banana Bread Muffins

You can transform this exact recipes into the muffin form! All you need to do is make the same batter, add cupcake liners to a muffin pan, scoop in the batter, sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top (as you would do for the actual loaf of banana bread) and bake at 350 degrees.

These muffins typically take about 18 to 25 minutes, depending on your oven’s temperature accuracy and the size of the muffins. To ensure they are done, you can perform a toothpick test. Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin, and if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs (but not wet batter), your banana bread muffins are ready to be removed from the oven. Be sure to check them starting around the 18-minute mark and adjust the baking time accordingly.

FAQs

Tips & Tricks

If you want to make this chocolate chip banana bread here are a few of my favorite tips and tricks.

• Banana Ripeness: The best bananas for this recipe are those with brown spots or even completely brown. They are sweeter and provide a stronger banana flavor.
• Mixing Technique: When adding the dry ingredients, mix until just combined. Over-mixing can lead to a dense banana bread.
• Chocolate Chips: You can use your favorite chocolate chips—whether dark, milk, or white—to customize the level of sweetness to your liking.
• Cooling Time: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 30 minutes before transferring it to a plate. This helps it set and prevents it from falling apart.
• Customization: Feel free to add a dash of cinnamon or a sprinkle of sea salt on top for an extra layer of flavor.

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