Description
Indulge in the best Chocolate Chip Banana Nut Bread recipe! Learn how to make this ultimate treat with a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480 ml) all-purpose flour (240 grams)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) baking soda (5 grams)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) salt (1.5 grams)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsalted butter, softened (113 grams)
- 1 cup (240 ml) granulated sugar (200 grams)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract (5 milliliters)
- 3 to 4 ripe bananas, mashed (approximately 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) or 360 grams)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chopped walnuts (60 grams)
- 1 cup (240 ml) dark chocolate chips (175 grams)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the mashed bananas to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
- Ensure the bananas are ripe and thoroughly mashed for a smoother bread texture.
- Opt for dark chocolate chips to enhance the flavor profile and complement the banana’s sweetness.
- Be cautious not to overmix the batter when incorporating the dry ingredients to prevent a tough loaf.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 5g
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