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Chocolate chip banana bread

This chocolate chip banana bread recipe is truly a must-try! It’s wonderfully simple to make, incredibly moist, and packed with rich banana flavor and sweet chocolate chips in every bite. Whether you’re a beginner baker or someone who loves quick, homemade treats, this recipe is perfect for you. All you need are a couple of ripe bananas and a few pantry staples, and you’ll have a warm, delicious loaf ready in under an hour.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate chip banana bread
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 Peoaple

Ingredients

  • 3 large bananas
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar sweetener, or honey
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips 1/4 cup in the batter, 1/4 cup for topping
  • 1/4 cup pecans
  • 1/4 cup golden raisins

Instructions

  • Mash the bananas until very smooth.
  • Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla, then mix well.
  • Add the oil, salt, baking soda, and flour. Mix until you get a smooth, thick batter.
  • Fold in 1/4 cup of chocolate chips and the raisins.
  • Pour the batter into a loaf pan, then top with the remaining chocolate chips and pecans.
  • Bake at 340°F for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas:
    The riper, the better—brown, spotty bananas add more sweetness and moisture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter:
    Stir just until everything is combined. Overmixing can make the bread dense or rubbery.
  • Measure flour correctly:
    Spoon flour into your measuring cup and level it off with a knife. Scooping directly from the bag can pack in too much flour and dry out the bread.
  • Add toppings before baking:
    Gently press the extra chocolate chips and pecans on top of the batter so they don’t sink during baking.
  • Let it cool completely:
    Cooling the bread in the pan for about 10–15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack helps it set and slice cleanly.
  • Customize it your way:
    Swap in walnuts, dried cranberries, or even shredded coconut. This recipe is super flexible!
  • Use parchment paper:
    Lining your pan with parchment makes for easy removal and less cleanup.