Easy Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe – So Soft & Moist!

Hi there, food lover! 👋 Ready to bake something irresistibly soft, sweet, and comforting?

Few things feel as welcoming as the smell of banana bread baking in the oven, and when you add chocolate chips, it becomes pure home-style magic. This Easy Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is one of those timeless recipes that turns simple pantry staples into something truly special. 🍌🍫

Traditionally, banana bread was born from thrift and care—using overripe bananas so nothing went to waste. Over time, it became a beloved classic, passed from one kitchen to another, always flexible and forgiving. The addition of chocolate chips is a modern comfort twist, making this loaf especially appealing for breakfast, snack time, or a sweet treat tucked into a lunchbox.

What makes this recipe shine is its texture: incredibly soft, moist, and tender, with pockets of melted chocolate in every bite. It’s easy enough for beginners, dependable for busy mornings, and comforting enough to feel like a small act of self-care. No mixers, no stress—just one bowl, a spoon, and a little time.

Enjoy it warm with a glass of milk, slightly toasted with butter, or simply as it is. This is the kind of banana bread that brings people into the kitchen, asking, “Is it ready yet?” 💛 Let’s bake a loaf that feels familiar, generous, and joyfully homemade.

Ingredients

For the Banana Bread:

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed 🍌
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or half brown sugar for extra moisture)
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

For the Chocolate Goodness:

• 3/4 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark) 🍫

Step-by-Step Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in melted butter.
3. Add sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix gently until combined.
4. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the batter and stir well.
5. Fold in the flour just until no dry spots remain.
6. Gently stir in the chocolate chips, reserving a few for the top if desired.
7. Pour batter into prepared pan and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
8. Bake for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
9. Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
10. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information

This chocolate chip banana bread offers natural sweetness from bananas, comforting carbohydrates, and a touch of indulgence from chocolate. While it’s a treat, it’s also filling and satisfying—perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack with coffee or tea. ☕🍞

⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Baking Time: 55 minutes
⏳ Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

⚡ Calories per serving: ~295
🍽️ Servings: 10 slices

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Bon appétit and happy cooking!