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Super Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

The Ultimate Super Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

A delightful Super Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour whole wheat flour can be used for added nutrition
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder no substitutions recommended
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential for achieving height
  • ½ teaspoon salt fine sea salt recommended
  • 1 cup sugar feel free to reduce slightly for less sweetness
  • ½ cup unsalted butter substitute with vegan butter or oil
  • 2 large eggs can substitute with flax eggs or applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for pure extract
  • 2-3 pieces ripe bananas very ripe bananas for moisture
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips can substitute with dark chocolate or omit
Optional Toppings
  • ½ cup reserved chocolate chips for topping
  • ½ cup nuts (walnuts or pecans) optional for crunch
  • 1 teaspoon spices (cinnamon or nutmeg) to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • skewer

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving some for topping.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top, and bake for about 60 minutes.
  7. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose ripe bananas for maximum moisture. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread fluffy. Store wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 4 days.

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