Chocolate Chip Banana Bread (Moist & Easy Homemade Recipe)

This chocolate chip banana bread is soft, moist, and packed with rich banana flavor and melty chocolate chips. It’s the perfect way to use overripe bananas and create a delicious homemade treat for breakfast, snack time, or dessert.

Why You’ll Love This Banana Bread

• Super moist and fluffy texture
• Loaded with sweet chocolate chips
• Easy one-bowl recipe
• Perfect for using ripe bananas
• Great for breakfast, snack, or dessert

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup (115g) butter, melted
• ¾ cup (150g) sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1½ cups / 340g)
• ½ cup (120ml) milk
• ¾ cup (135g) chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

3. Prepare Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs and vanilla extract, then whisk until well combined.
Stir in the mashed bananas and milk.

4. Combine & Fold

Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and gently mix until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips.

5. Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Cool & Serve

Allow the banana bread to cool before slicing. Serve and enjoy!

Tips for the Best Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

• Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor
• Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread soft
• Cover loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly
• Add nuts for extra texture if desired

Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. You can also freeze slices for longer storage.