Introduction
There’s nothing quite like the smell of banana bread baking in the oven on a cozy day. This chocolate chip banana bread combines ripe bananas with sweet chocolate chips for a loaf that’s soft, moist, and full of rich flavor. Whether you enjoy it warm with a cup of coffee or as an afternoon snack, it’s one of those recipes that feels both comforting and timeless.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. - Mash the bananas
In a large mixing bowl, mash bananas until smooth. - Mix wet ingredients
Add eggs, oil, sugars, and vanilla. Whisk until combined. - Combine dry ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. - Form the batter
Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix. - Add chocolate chips
Stir in most of the chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top of the batter. - Bake the loaf
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. - Cool and serve
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Tips & Variations
- For extra sweetness: Sprinkle raw sugar or a few more chocolate chips on top before baking.
- Nutty twist: Fold in ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Quick snack option: Divide the batter into muffin tins and bake for 18–22 minutes.
- Storage: Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze slices for up to 2 months.
Why This Recipe Works
- Uses ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
- Chocolate chips melt into the loaf for rich flavor.
- Easy to make with simple pantry staples.
- Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Final Thoughts
This chocolate chip banana bread is everything a cozy bake should be—golden on the outside, soft and moist inside, with just the right amount of sweetness. It’s one of the best banana bread recipes you’ll want to keep on repeat, especially on cool mornings or slow weekends.
