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Brown Butter Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

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A cozy and comforting banana bread recipe featuring nutty brown butter and melty chocolate chips, perfect for a warm treat any time of day.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and lightly dust with flour or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and then turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but with a few small chunks remaining.
  4. Add the browned butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir until combined and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix just until no streaks of flour remain.
  7. Gently fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, reserving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
  8. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips over the batter if using.
  9. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking at 55 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center. It should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for best flavor and moisture. Stir butter constantly when browning to avoid burning. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bread tender. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and adjust baking time as needed. For dairy-free, use coconut oil instead of butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.

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