For those of us who aim to balance our sweet indulgences with a bit of nutritional mindfulness, chocolate chip banana bread is the quintessential treat. Packed with potassium-rich bananas and the comforting sweetness of chocolate chips, this loaf transcends its dessert-status while offering a surprisingly healthy twist. Did you know that the natural sugars in ripe bananas can help satisfy sugar cravings while providing a quick energy boost? This makes our recipe not just a comfort food, but also a great choice for a post-workout snack or an afternoon pick-me-up.
I remember the first time I made this banana bread after a particularly rainy autumn weekend. As the rich, unmistakable aroma of baking bananas and melting chocolate filled my kitchen, it enveloped the entire space with sheer coziness. This recipe yields a bread with a tender, moist crumb and melty chocolate pockets in every slice, producing a sensory symphony of sweetness and warmth.
Whether you enjoy it fresh out of the oven or toasted the next morning, I invite you to give this recipe a try and share your own tips or variations!
Why I Love This Recipe (And You Will Too)
- It’s a perfect fit for my busy lifestyle, allowing for a quick breakfast option that’s both satisfying and energizing.
- Over time, I’ve added walnuts or even a sprinkle of cinnamon to enrich the flavors further.
- This bread not only serves as a delightful dessert but also doubles up remarkably well as a mid-day snack.
- The main benefit is undoubtedly its ability to cater to those looking for a healthier treat option that’s surprisingly low in processed sugar.
Recipe Card
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Description
This chocolate chip banana bread strikes a balance between delicious indulgence and nutritional mindfulness, making it an ideal treat with less processed sugar and more natural sweetness from ripe bananas.Ingredients
Main Ingredients
Instructions
Steps to Make
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Preparation
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan.
Ensure the oven is properly heated before placing the loaf pan inside. -
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until they form a smooth paste. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
Make sure the bananas are thoroughly mashed for a smooth mixture. -
Combine Dry Ingredients
Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla to the banana mixture and mix. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir in. Add the flour last and mix until just incorporated. Finally, fold in the chocolate chips.
Avoid overmixing the batter to ensure a tender crumb. -
Bake Bread
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Check the bread 5 minutes before the end of baking time to prevent overcooking. -
Cool and Serve
Remove from oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.Allow bread to cool fully for easy slicing and to maintain its structure.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 270kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10gg16%
- Saturated Fat 6gg30%
- Trans Fat 0gg
- Cholesterol 35mgmg12%
- Sodium 210mgmg9%
- Potassium 220mgmg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 40gg14%
- Dietary Fiber 2gg8%
- Sugars 20gg
- Protein 4gg8%
- Vitamin A 4% IU
- Vitamin C 6% mg
- Calcium 2% mg
- Iron 8% mg
- Vitamin D 0% IU
- Vitamin E 0% IU
- Vitamin K 0% mcg
- Thiamin 0% mg
- Riboflavin 0% mg
- Niacin 0% mg
- Vitamin B6 15% mg
- Folate 0% mcg
- Vitamin B12 0% mcg
- Biotin 0% mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 0% mg
- Phosphorus 0% mg
- Iodine 0% mcg
- Magnesium 0% mg
- Zinc 0% mg
- Selenium 0% mcg
- Copper 0% mg
- Manganese 0% mg
- Chromium 0% mcg
- Molybdenum 0% mcg
- Chloride 0% mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.