Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe
This chocolate chip banana bread recipe uses simple, wholesome ingredients and is easy to follow, making it perfect for both novice and experienced bakers. Whether you're looking to use up overripe bananas or simply craving a comforting treat, this bread is sure to hit the spot.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3/4 cups brown sugar
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 4 medium ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- Optional: add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- Preheat:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, making sure the parchment hangs over the sides for easy removal. Melt unsalted butter and let it cool slightly.
- Wet Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Stir in plain Greek yogurt until well combined. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mash 4 medium ripe bananas in a separate bowl and then stir them into the mixture. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix well.
- Dry Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the bread light and fluffy.
- Add Chocolate Chips:
Using a spatula, gently fold in dark chocolate chips (and chopped walnuts if desired) into the batter.
- Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle a handful of chocolate chips on top for an extra touch. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bread out of the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, slice and enjoy your delicious, moist chocolate chip banana bread.
- The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be. Look for bananas with brown spots on the peel for optimal sweetness.
- For an extra boost of flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a teaspoon of espresso powder to the batter. These ingredients complement the banana and chocolate flavors beautifully.
- For clean slices, let the banana bread cool completely before slicing. Use a serrated bread knife and gently saw through the loaf to prevent crumbling.
Have Fun Baking!