Fool Proof Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Moist, tender, and packed with rich flavor, Fool Proof Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is the ultimate comfort bake that anyone can master. Made with perfectly ripe bananas, a blend of granulated and brown sugar for deep sweetness, and a generous handful of melty chocolate chips, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees bakery-style results every time. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, it features simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and vanilla extract, with a foolproof method that ensures a perfect golden-brown loaf. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or as a sweet treat the next day, this decadent banana bread is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. Make it once, and it’s sure to become your go-to recipe for using up overripe bananas!
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Ingredients
- 3 large Ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup (melted) Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Step 3
Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix well to combine.
Step 4
Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 5
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
Step 7
Fold in the chocolate chips gently using a spatula or spoon.
Step 8
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Step 10
Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Step 11
Carefully transfer the banana bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1227.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3727.5 |
| Total Fat 160.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 90.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g | |
| Cholesterol 621.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2631.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 572.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 328.0g | |
| Protein 49.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 218.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2551.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories