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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Irresistibly Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Delights

This Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a moist delight, perfect for using overripe bananas and loved by all.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 medium overripe bananas mashed (~1 cup) - provides natural sweetness and moisture
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted - adds richness and flavor
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar sweetens the bread
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar offers moisture and slight caramel flavor
  • 2 eggs room temperature - provide structure and moisture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt adds moisture and slight tang
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour forms the main structure
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda serves as a leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 2/3 cup chocolate chips adds gooey sweetness

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mix 3 mashed overripe bananas with 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter until smooth.
  3. Add 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup Greek yogurt until well mixed.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Fold in 2/3 cup of chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for about 50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the bread to cool completely for the best slicing experience and to enhance flavors.

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