Soft and Super Moist Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips
A moist and rich banana chocolate chip loaf, perfect for cozy moments with a warm cup of coffee or tea. Simple, sweet, and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour (210g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup sugar (150g)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature (113g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5ml)
- 3 very ripe bananas, mashed (1½ cups)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (180g)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.Mash 2–3 ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth.Add wet ingredients: Mix in 2 eggs, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract.Add dry ingredients: Stir in 1½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and a pinch of salt.Fold in 1/2 to 1 cup chocolate chips.Pour into the pan and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.Cool slightly, slice, and enjoy with a warm drink!
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas (with brown spots) for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Don’t overmix the batter—this helps keep the loaf soft and tender.
- Customize it: Add chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) for extra texture.
- Chocolate chips: Semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate all work—choose based on your preference.
- Storage: Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freezing: Slice and freeze individually for easy grab-and-go snacks; just reheat in the microwave or toaster.
- Serving suggestion: Tastes amazing slightly warmed and served with coffee, tea, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream!