Description
This Banana Bread (Classic + Chocolate Chip) is soft, moist, and full of sweet banana flavor with a hint of vanilla. The addition of chocolate chips makes it extra indulgent while keeping that classic homemade taste — perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream or plain yogurt
- 3/4 cup (130g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional: extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined — do not overmix.
- Fold in sour cream and chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (a few moist crumbs are fine).
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and moisture.
- For a nutty variation, add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
- This banana bread freezes well for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of regular melted butter.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American