Rachael Ray’s Banana Chocolate Chip Bread is a classic banana bread recipe elevated with the addition of sweet chocolate chips. This quick bread is baked to perfection, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Author:ADAN KENDRIC
Prep Time:15mins
Cook Time:30mins
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:12 slices 1x
Category:Dessert/Snack
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ripe bananas, mashed
Add-ins:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and prepare the pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Combine the wet ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth.
Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
Step 4: Combine wet and dry ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 5: Fold in the add-ins
Gently fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts, if using) until evenly distributed.
Step 6: Pour and bake
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7: Cool and serve
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy.