Homemade Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

The only thing that could make a really good banana bread recipe any better is chocolate chips! Not for everybody I will admit, but definitely for those who LOVE chocolate chips. This homemade banana bread with chocolate chips recipe is going to be your favorite variation! I used my original banana bread recipe and mini chocolate chips instead of regular ones to really spread the love into every piece of bread. Feel free to add a cup of walnuts if you’re feeling adventurous.

Although I’m using mini chocolate chips, there are several different types of chocolate chips to choose from so don’t limit yourself! You can try this recipe the first time around and maybe try a different variation next time. I mean peanut butter chips might be the next move for me! I actually try to stay away from peanut butter when cooking because my middle HATES peanut butter. Even though I’ve always loved it. I guess I went a little bit heavy on the peanut butter when he was in my belly. At least that’s my theory! haha

How to Make Homemade Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

Ingredients:

• 1 stick salted butter, soften or melted
• 1 cup packed brown sugar

• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 4 very ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1-2 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 cup of mini semi sweet chocolate chips

Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips Step by Step Instructions ( With Pictures)

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Spray an 8×8 baking pan with nonstick baking spray or line with parchment paper.
3. Using a stand mixer, beat together the bananas, butter, brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon and vanilla with the paddle attachment until well blended.
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients slowly to the wet ingredients and beat just until combined. Don’t over beat!
5. Add in the chocolate chips.
6. Pour the batter into the 8×8 pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the granulated sugar over the top and any extra chocolate chips!
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the middle. Let the bread cool slightly in the pan on a rack. Slice and serve warm with butter.