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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Best Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread You’ll Crave Every Morning

This Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is irresistibly moist with chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread Batter
  • 3-4 pieces ripe bananas Use overripe bananas with brown spots for maximum natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure while keeping the bread tender and soft.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Balances the banana’s natural sugars.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds a subtle caramel note and extra moisture to the loaf.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the bread rise and stay fluffy.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances all the flavors and balances sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Bind the ingredients together and add richness.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted for moistness and a buttery finish.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Deepens the flavor with a warm, aromatic touch.
For the Chocolate Chips
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Melty little bursts of chocolate that perfectly complement the banana flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Mixer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash 3-4 overripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth.
  3. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat melted butter with granulated and brown sugar until creamy.
  5. Whisk in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula.
  7. Sprinkle in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and fold gently until evenly distributed.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle melted chocolate on top for a glossy finish.

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