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The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 10 slices
Calories 420
This rich and moist banana bread combines ripe bananas, chocolate chips, and a hint of coffee for a delicious treat.

Ingredients

Dairy and Oils

  • 113 g unsalted butter (cubed and browned)
  • 25 g vegetable oil
  • 150 g light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp instant coffee (dissolved in hot water)
  • 1 teaspoon hot water
  • 440 g extra ripe bananas, mashed
  • 120 g Greek yogurt
  • 227 g all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 300 g chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (semi-sweet or dark recommended)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 340°F (170°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat until golden and fragrant, then add to a large bowl.
  • Add oil and brown sugar to the butter, whisk for 1-2 minutes, then mix in eggs, vanilla, and dissolved coffee.
  • Stir in mashed bananas and Greek yogurt, then sift in dry ingredients and gently fold in chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, optionally sprinkle more chocolate chips on top, and bake for 65-75 minutes.
  • Cool in the pan until fully cooled, then remove and serve.

Notes

Ensure not to overmix after adding chocolate chips to keep the bread tender.
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Banana, banana bread, chocolate