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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

A delightful treat that combines ripe bananas and chocolate to create a comforting flavor, perfect for snacks or breakfasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 large very ripe bananas, mashed (about 2 cups) Make sure bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Adds moisture and richness.
  • 2 large eggs Basic structural role in the recipe.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Adds moisture.

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup white whole-wheat flour Basic structural role; combines with the following flour.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Basic structural role.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent.
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent.
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Enhances flavor.
  • 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar Adds sweetness and flavor.
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, divided Additional sweetness.

Add-ins

  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted Adds texture; toasting enhances flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  • In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth (about 2 cups).
  • Add the vegetable oil and 1/3 cup of dark brown sugar to the mashed bananas, whisking until well combined.
  • Crack in the two eggs and add the vanilla extract, mixing everything thoroughly.

Mixing Dry Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the white whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, baking powder, and ground cinnamon.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Fold in the chopped toasted walnuts.

Baking

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Once baked, cool the loaf in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Enjoy it warm with butter or honey. Best if not sliced while warm to maintain texture.
Keyword Banana Bread, Chocolate Chip, Comfort Food, Easy Baking, quick recipe