Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Yield: 20 servings

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Loaf of banana bread with chocolate chips in a metal baking pan.

When you're not sure what to bake, Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is the answer! This moist classic bread packed with chocolate chips will make any banana bread lover happy.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 bananas (about 2 cups mashed)
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray two 9-inch loaf pans with baking spray. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add in eggs and vanilla and beat until well combined.
Add in bananas. Mix until creamy. Add in flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir just until combined. Fold in the sour cream and chocolate chips until blended.
Pour into prepared loaf pans evenly.
Bake for one hour, remove and cool in pans ten minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely. You can then wrap in foil, or ziploc...or freeze for later!

Notes

I used mini chocolate chips because they are small enough to be suspended in the batter and not sink to the bottom during cooking. If you choose to use a bigger chocolate chip, I recommend chopping up the chips so that they are not as heavy.
Overripe bananas: You want to use overripe bananas for your banana bread because they yield the best flavor, not to mention offer a great texture. You want to look for a banana that has brown dots, streaks, and/or brown coloring. There is no such thing as a too-ripe banana, with the exception of mold. Do not use a moldy banana.
Can I add anything to my chocolate chip banana bread?
This banana bread is delicious all on its own, but you can add other ingredients into it that will take it to the next level. Nuts: Who doesn’t love a little crunch to their banana bread? My favorite nuts to add are walnuts and pecans, but feel free to get creative. Fruit: you can choose to go the dry fruit route with the addition of dried cranberries, cherries, or raisins. You can also add in fresh fruit such as blueberries or raspberries.
How do I store my chocolate chip banana bread? Chocolate chip banana bread can be stored for 7-10 days at room temperature as long as it is stored in an airtight container. You can also freeze banana bread for up to 3-6 months for best quality. When it comes to breads, I prefer to slice the loaf and then freeze it for easier access when you are ready to eat.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1 slice
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 328Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 210mgCarbohydrates: 46gFiber: 2gSugar: 28gProtein: 4g

*Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietitian for special diet advice.