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Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

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A quick and easy homemade banana bread recipe featuring ripe bananas and melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, delivering a moist, tender crumb perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 3/4 cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mash the bananas in a medium bowl using a fork or potato masher until smooth but still a bit chunky.
  3. Add melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir until well combined and glossy.
  4. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few flour streaks are okay.
  6. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and nuts if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking at 55 minutes with a toothpick inserted in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for best moisture and sweetness. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bread tender. If the top browns too fast, tent with foil halfway through baking. For extra moisture, fold in a spoonful of sour cream or Greek yogurt. Toss chocolate chips in a teaspoon of flour before folding in to prevent sinking.

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