Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

Got bananas that look like they’ve seen better days? Perfect! Those overripe, spotty bananas are the secret to the best chocolate chip banana bread—moist, sweet, and loaded with melty chocolate in every bite. This easy recipe turns sad bananas into a delicious treat that disappears fast. (Yes, even faster than those bananas turned brown.)

Prep Time
10 minutes

Cook Time
60 minutes

Servings
1 loaf (10 slices)

Nutrition Info (per slice)
Calories: 220 | Fat: 8g | Carbs: 35g | Protein: 3g | Sugar: 20g

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

✔ Super moist—thanks to those extra-ripe bananas
✔ Easy to make—no fancy tools needed
✔ Packed with chocolate chips—because more chocolate is always better
✔ Great for breakfast or dessert (we won’t judge)

Ingredients for the Best Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

• 3 ripe bananas (the spottier, the sweeter!)
• 1/3 cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
• 1/2 cup sugar (brown or white)
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)

(Optional: Add walnuts for crunch!)

How to Make Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Step 1: Prep & Mash

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mash the bananas—keep it chunky or smooth, your call!

Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients

3. Stir in melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Mix until just combined.

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients

4. Gently fold in flour, baking soda, and salt. Don’t overmix—this keeps the bread tender.

Step 4: Chocolate Time!

5. Fold in chocolate chips, saving a handful to sprinkle on top.

Step 5: Bake to Perfection

6. Pour batter into the loaf pan. Top with extra chocolate chips (because why not?).
7. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean (unless it hits chocolate—then try again!).

Step 6: Cool & Devour

8. Let it cool for 10 minutes… if you can resist. Slice and enjoy warm with a glass of milk!

Tips for the Best Banana Bread

• Use super ripe bananas—the darker, the sweeter and more flavorful.
• Freeze bananas if they’re too ripe now—thaw when ready to bake.
• Add-ins: Try walnuts, pecans, or even a swirl of peanut butter.
• Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days (if it lasts that long).

Can You Freeze Chocolate Chip Banana Bread?

Yes! Freezing banana bread is a great way to keep it fresh for later. Here’s how to do it right:

How to Freeze Banana Bread

1. Cool Completely – Let the bread cool to room temperature (no warm spots!).
2. Wrap Tightly – Use plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn.
3. Double Protection (Optional) – Place wrapped loaf in a freezer bag or airtight container.
4. Label & Freeze – Write the date and freeze for up to 3 months.

How to Thaw Frozen Banana Bread

• Room Temp: Unwrap and let sit on the counter for 2–3 hours.
• Microwave (Quick Fix!): Heat slices in 15-second bursts until warm.
• Oven (Best for Crispy Edges): Wrap in foil and warm at 300°F (150°C) for 10–15 mins.

Pro Tips

• Freeze Slices Individually for quick snacks—just grab and thaw!
• Add Fresh Chocolate Chips after thawing for extra gooeyness.

Final Verdict: Freezing works like a charm! No sad, wasted bananas—just future deliciousness. 🍌❄️

Final Thoughts

This moist chocolate chip banana bread recipe is a foolproof way to use up ripe bananas. It’s easy, delicious, and guaranteed to disappear fast. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert—because who says you can’t have chocolate for breakfast?

Pin this recipe for later and make your kitchen smell like a bakery! 🍌🍫

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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Moist, tender banana bread packed with melty chocolate chips in every bite. Sweet, buttery, and loaded with rich banana flavor—this easy homemade loaf is dangerously delicious!

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Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Prep & Preheat

• Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.

2. Mash Bananas

• Smash bananas in a bowl (chunky or smooth—you do you).

3. Mix Wet Stuff

• Stir in butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until combined.

4. Add Dry Ingredients

• Fold in flour, baking soda, and salt—don’t overmix!

5. Chocolate Bliss

• Fold in chocolate chips (save some for the top).

6. Bake & Enjoy

• Pour into pan, add reserved chips, and bake 55-60 minutes.
• Cool 10 minutes (if you can wait!), then slice and devour.

Notes

✔ Extra ripe bananas = sweeter bread (black spots = flavor boost!)
✔ Freeze brown bananas for future baking—just thaw & mash
✔ Mix-ins: Crunchy walnuts, pecans, or peanut butter swirls
✔ Stays fresh 3 days in airtight container... if you don't eat it first!

(Bonus: "The spottier your bananas, the happier your tastebuds!") 🍌

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 220Total Fat: 8gCarbohydrates: 35gSugar: 20gProtein: 3g