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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

This chocolate chip banana bread is one of those recipes I come back to when I have a few overripe bananas sitting on the counter. It’s simple, soft, and just the right balance of banana and chocolate - nothing complicated, just a really good banana chocolate chip loaf that works every time.
Servings 10 slices
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 3 medium bananas , overripe (about 1 cup mashed bananas)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs , at room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a loaf pan by lightly buttering and flouring it so the bread releases easily after baking.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and smooth. Add the lightly beaten eggs and mix until fully incorporated.
  • Mash the bananas with a fork until you have a chunky, soft texture—similar to applesauce. Add them to the bowl along with the vanilla extract and greek yogurt and mix everything until combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing—keep the batter relaxed.
  • Fold in most of the chocolate chips, then transfer the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate over the top.
  • Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread rest in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas
    The riper the bananas, the better the flavor and sweetness. They should be soft with plenty of brown spots.
  • Don’t overmix the batter
    Once you add the flour, mix just until combined. Overmixing will make the bread dense instead of soft.
  • Check doneness properly
    Insert a toothpick into the center—if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, it’s ready. Avoid overbaking to keep it moist.