Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips and Walnuts

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Introduction

This Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips and Walnuts is a comforting and delicious treat, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the richness of chocolate chips and the crunch of walnuts. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, this moist banana bread is a quick and easy recipe that will fill your kitchen with a heavenly aroma.

Ingredients Quantity

For the Banana Bread

  • All-purpose flour: 1 ¾ cups (220g)
  • Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: ½ teaspoon
  • Ripe bananas: 3 large, mashed (about 1 ½ cups)
  • Granulated sugar: ½ cup (100g)
  • Brown sugar: ¼ cup (50g), packed
  • Unsalted butter: ½ cup (115g), melted
  • Eggs: 2 large
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream: ¼ cup (60g)
  • Chocolate chips: ¾ cup (135g)
  • Chopped walnuts: ½ cup (60g), toasted

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. Mash the Bananas

  • In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt (or sour cream) until well combined.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

5. Fold in Chocolate Chips and Walnuts

  • Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6. Bake the Banana Bread

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

7. Cool and Serve

  • Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Tips for Success

  • Ripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the better! Use bananas that are brown and spotty for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • Optional Add-Ins: Feel free to customize the bread by adding other mix-ins like dried cranberries or pecans instead of walnuts.
  • Storage: To keep your banana bread moist, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Recommendations

  • Serving Suggestions: Serve warm slices of banana bread with a spread of butter or a drizzle of honey for an extra treat. It also pairs well with coffee or tea.
  • Freezing: This banana bread freezes beautifully! Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

This Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips and Walnuts is the ultimate combination of flavors and textures—sweet, rich, nutty, and perfectly moist. It’s sure to become a family favorite! 🍌🍫🥄

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