Description
This Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread blends the sweetness of ripe bananas with rich chocolate, creating a comforting treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups mashed ripe bananas
- 1 cup chopped dark & semi-sweet chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan with spray and parchment paper.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy; add eggs and vanilla.
- Mix in the mashed bananas until combined, then gradually fold in the dry ingredients and chocolate.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle extra chocolate on top, and bake for 55-65 minutes until golden.
- Cool in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Use overripe bananas for the best flavor.
Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.
Store in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg