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Moist Browned Butter Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

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A moist and flavorful banana bread featuring browned butter and chocolate chips for a rich, nutty depth and melty chocolate pockets. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (130g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter. Stir constantly as it foams and browns to a golden-brown color with a nutty aroma, about 4-5 minutes. Pour into a bowl and let cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until mostly smooth. Add the browned butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined and glossy.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir to blend.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture with a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a handful to sprinkle on top if desired.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, starting to check at 55 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning. Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even cooking. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use coconut oil instead of butter but note the flavor difference.

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