Description
Soft banana-scented bread studded with melting chocolate chips delivers a warm, tender crumb and sweet aroma that fills your kitchen. Each slice offers a buttery, moist bite framed by caramelized edges.
Ingredients
- 3 mashed ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas and melted butter until combined.
- Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir to incorporate.
- Add the flour and fold gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a few for topping.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and moist.
- Store the cooled banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- You can substitute dark or milk chocolate chips according to preference.