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Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a delectable, soft, and tender loaf that perfectly marries the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich, gooey chocolate chips. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this banana bread fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that tempts everyone to indulge in a slice (or two) while it’s still warm. Easy to prepare and perfect for all skill levels, this recipe is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. 2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
  3. 3. Add melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  4. 4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. 5. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
  6. 6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. 7. Let cool in the pan for about ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Keywords: - Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. - Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a light texture; stop mixing as soon as no dry flour is visible. - Experiment by adding nuts or substituting different types of chocolate chips for added flavor.