Perfect Chocolate Chip Banana Bread (Printer-Friendly)
Buttery banana bread loaded with chocolate chips and caramel notes for a moist, tender loaf in every slice.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base Ingredients
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1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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3 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
→ Add-ins
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well blended. Set aside.
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In a medium bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Add melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
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Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined. Batter should remain thick and slightly lumpy.
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Fold in 3/4 cup of chocolate chips, reserving the remaining 1/4 cup for topping.
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Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the surface with reserved chocolate chips.
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Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean except for a few melted chocolate streaks.
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Allow bread to cool in the pan for 30 minutes. Remove using the parchment overhang and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For optimal flavor, use bananas with dark spots for increased sweetness and maximum moisture.
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Banana bread can be stored tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for up to 1 week.
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The batter can be divided for muffins; adjust baking time to 20–25 minutes.