Chocolate Chip Banana Bread 

This moist and flavorful banana bread is elevated with the addition of chocolate chips, making it a perfect treat for breakfast, snack, or dessert. The natural sweetness of ripe bananas pairs wonderfully with the rich chocolate chips, creating a delightful balance. Easy to make and ideal for using overripe bananas, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 4 ripe bananas, mashed

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

2. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar until combined.

3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.

4. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture and combine.

5. Gently fold in the flour until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

6. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

8. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrients (approximate per serving):

• Calories: 290 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 45 g

• Protein: 3 g

• Fat: 10 g

• Saturated Fat: 6 g

• Fiber: 2 g

• Sugar: 28 g