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The Ultimate Moist, One-Bowl Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe (Uses Ripe Bananas)

Three moist slices of homemade chocolate chip banana bread recipe served on a white plate.
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Bake the most delicious, moist chocolate chip banana bread using a simple one-bowl method. This recipe transforms overripe bananas into a tender, comforting loaf packed with gooey chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large overripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix these wet ingredients until they are just combined.
  3. Add the flour, baking soda, and salt directly into the wet mixture. Mix with a spatula until the dry ingredients are mostly incorporated. Do not overmix; a few streaks of flour are acceptable.
  4. Gently fold in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips over the top of the batter.
  6. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs attached.
  7. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • For the best flavor and moisture, use bananas that are heavily spotted or nearly black.
  • To ensure a moist loaf, avoid mixing the batter once the flour is added; overmixing develops gluten, leading to a tough bread.
  • You can substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a slightly heartier texture.

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