Name: Banana Bread Recipe with Chocolate Chips
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, mashed; ½ cup unsalted butter, melted; ¾ cup brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1½ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark); Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ cup chopped walnuts

This banana bread with chocolate chips is a moist, bakery-style treat with bursts of melted chocolate in every bite. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing loaf that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the richness of semi-sweet chocolate—perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert.

Banana Bread Recipe with Chocolate Chips

Ingredients List

– 3 ripe bananas, mashed
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– ¾ cup brown sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
– Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ cup chopped walnuts

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.

Step 2: In a large bowl, mash bananas. Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt (and cinnamon if using).

Step 4: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined.

Step 5: Fold in chocolate chips (and walnuts if using).

Step 6: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top and sprinkle a few chocolate chips over it.

Step 7: Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.

Step 8: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking Time

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 65 minutes

Servings

Makes 8–10 slices

Nutritional Information (approx. per slice)

Calories: 270
Carbs: 38g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 12g

Storage Instructions

Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Refrigerate for 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Pairings/Suggestions

Serve warm with a pat of butter or enjoy with milk or coffee. Great for brunch tables or packed lunches.

Seasonal Relevance

Ideal year-round, but especially cozy during fall and winter baking seasons.

Conclusion

Chocolate chip banana bread is the best of both worlds: sweet and comforting with gooey chocolate in every slice. Whether you bake it for guests or just yourself, it’s always a hit.