Decadent Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of our Decadent Chocolate Chip Banana Bread. This delightful recipe, featuring ripe bananas paired with luscious semi-sweet chocolate chips, creates a moist and fluffy loaf that is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Utilizing Bisquick® mix simplifies the process while ensuring that you achieve a tender crumb without the fuss of traditional baking. Your kitchen will be filled with an inviting aroma, making it impossible to resist enjoying a slice warm from the oven. Just remember not to overload with chocolate chips to keep each bite perfectly balanced. Enjoy this comforting treat with a cup of coffee or tea!
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Servings
183
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
ripe bananas
1 1/3 cups (mashed (about 2 large))
sugar
3/4 cup (none)
milk
1/4 cup (none)
vegetable oil
3 tablespoons (none)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (none)
eggs
3 (lightly beaten)
Bisquick baking mix
2 2/3 cups (none)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease the bottom of a 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas, sugar, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk until the mixture is well-blended and smooth.
3
Gradually add the Bisquick baking mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can affect the texture of your bread.
4
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
5
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
7
Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Carefully loosen the edges of the loaf with a knife, then invert the pan to remove the bread, placing it top side up on a wire rack to cool completely (about 2 hours).
8
For storage, wrap the completely cooled bread tightly and keep it at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate it for up to 10 days.
Nutrition Information
5.8g
Fat
29.6g
Carbs
2.3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Chocolate Chip Banana Bread?
It is a moist and fluffy loaf recipe that combines mashed ripe bananas with semi-sweet chocolate chips using Bisquick mix for easy preparation.
What are the primary ingredients for this recipe?
The main ingredients include ripe bananas, sugar, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, eggs, Bisquick baking mix, and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
What size pan is recommended for this banana bread?
A 9x5x3 inch loaf pan is recommended for this recipe.
How should I prepare the loaf pan?
Generously grease the bottom of the loaf pan to ensure the bread can be removed easily after baking.
How many bananas are needed for 1 1/3 cups?
You will need approximately 2 large ripe bananas to get 1 1/3 cups mashed.
How much sugar is required?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of sugar.
What is the amount of milk used?
Use 1/4 cup of milk in the batter.
How much vegetable oil is needed?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
Is vanilla extract used in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How many eggs are in the batter?
The recipe uses 3 eggs that should be lightly beaten.
How much Bisquick baking mix is needed?
You will need 2 2/3 cups of Bisquick baking mix.
What type of chocolate chips should I use?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips are recommended for this decadent bread.
What is the suggested amount of chocolate chips?
Use 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
How should I mix the wet ingredients?
Whisk the mashed bananas, sugar, milk, oil, vanilla, and eggs together in a large bowl until smooth.
When do I add the Bisquick mix?
Gradually add the Bisquick to the wet ingredient mixture after they are well-blended.
Why shouldn't I overmix the batter?
Overmixing can affect the texture, making the bread less tender and fluffy.
How do I incorporate the chocolate chips?
Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter to ensure they are evenly distributed.
How long does the banana bread bake?
Bake the loaf for 50 to 60 minutes.
How can I tell if the bread is finished baking?
Insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf; if it comes out clean, the bread is done.
How long should the bread cool in the pan?
Let the bread cool in the pan for approximately 10 minutes after removing it from the oven.
What is the best way to remove the bread from the pan?
Loosen the edges with a knife, then invert the pan to remove the loaf and place it on a wire rack.
How long does it take for the bread to cool completely?
It takes about 2 hours to cool completely on a wire rack.
How should I store leftovers?
Wrap the completely cooled bread tightly and store it at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
How long does the bread stay fresh at room temperature?
The bread will stay fresh for up to 4 days at room temperature.
How long can I keep the bread in the refrigerator?
It can be refrigerated for up to 10 days.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 183 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 5.8g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 29.6g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this bread provide?
Each serving provides 2.3g of protein.