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Super Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

Super Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe You'll Love

This Super Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread recipe transforms ripe bananas into a delicious treat with endless variations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2-3 Bananas Ripe bananas for sweetness and moisture
  • ½ cup Butter Softened, can substitute with coconut oil or applesauce
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Light or dark based on taste
  • 2 Eggs Consider flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warm flavor
  • ½ cup Sour Cream/Yogurt Almond yogurt is a good substitute
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap with whole wheat
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Do not confuse with baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
For the Chocolate
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet, dark, or white chocolate

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Medium bowl
  • large bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together ½ cup of softened butter with ½ cup of granulated sugar and ½ cup of brown sugar using a hand mixer on medium speed for about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time and then mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Gently fold in 2-3 mashed bananas and ½ cup of sour cream or yogurt.
  6. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until no dry flour remains.
  7. Fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips and any optional nuts.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  10. Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure you use ripe bananas for maximum flavor and moisture. Adjust the sugar to your taste preference and don’t overmix for a tender texture.

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