Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a medium bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined. Add mashed bananas and mix thoroughly.
- Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for maximum flavor and sweetness.
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Stir in chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Baking, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg