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Easy One-Bowl Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

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This easy one-bowl banana bread with chocolate chips is a forgiving, simple recipe that uses overripe bananas and pantry staples. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, delivering a tender, moist loaf with melted chocolate in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus extra for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray, or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with a few small lumps.
  3. Pour the cooled melted butter over the mashed bananas and stir until combined.
  4. Add the granulated sugar and stir vigorously for about 30 seconds. Crack in the egg and add the vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and glossy.
  5. Sprinkle the flour, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in ¾ cup of chocolate chips with a few gentle strokes. Reserve about 2 tablespoons for topping.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top, pressing them gently into the batter.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If browning too quickly after 35 minutes, tent loosely with foil.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For best results, use overripe bananas with brown spots. Do not overmix the batter. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling. The flavor deepens on the second day. To freeze, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: banana bread, chocolate chips, one bowl, easy, moist, overripe bananas, comfort food

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