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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

A simple and delicious banana bread filled with gooey chocolate chips, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas The riper, the sweeter!
  • 1/2 cup sugar (brown or granulated)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce Can be substituted with Greek yogurt for creamier texture.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark) Can sprinkle additional chips on top before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in the sugar, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, then gently fold in the flour, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm with butter or whipped cream for an extra treat. Store at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze slices for longer storage.