Grandma's Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
This delightful banana bread is a timeless family favorite that combines the moist texture of ripe bananas with the rich, indulgent taste of chocolate chips. Grandma used to bake this aromatic loaf, and it never failed to fill our home with warmth and love. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a comforting snack, this banana bread comes with generations of happiness baked right in.
10
Servings
280
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
eggs
2 (lightly beaten)
mashed bananas
3 medium (ripe and mashed)
oil
1/3 cup (vegetable or canola)
milk
1/4 cup (any variety)
flour
2 cups (all-purpose)
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
baking powder
2 teaspoons (leveled)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (fine)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 bag (12 ounces) (ready to use)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure optimal baking conditions for your banana bread.
2
In a large mixing bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add in the mashed bananas, oil, and milk, stirring until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3
Gently fold in the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt with a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix until just incorporated to avoid overworking the batter.
4
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to the batter, and stir until they are evenly distributed throughout.
5
Prepare a 9x5 inch loaf pan by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray or greasing it with butter or oil, ensuring the entire interior surface is well coated.
6
Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
7
Place the loaf pan in the center of the preheated oven. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs.
8
Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Information
38.5g
Carbs
3.5g
Protein
1.5g
Fiber
21.5g
Sugar
150mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
Grandma's Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
What are the primary flavors in this bread?
The bread combines the moist texture of ripe bananas with the rich taste of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
At what temperature should I preheat the oven?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires 2 eggs, lightly beaten.
How many bananas are used in this recipe?
You will need 3 medium ripe mashed bananas.
What type of oil is recommended?
You can use 1/3 cup of vegetable or canola oil.
How much milk is required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of any variety of milk.
What type of flour should I use?
Use 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 cup of granulated sugar.
What is the leavening agent used?
The leavening agent is 2 teaspoons of leveled baking powder.
How much salt is added?
Add 1/4 teaspoon of fine salt.
What kind of chocolate chips are best?
The recipe specifies one 12-ounce bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
What size pan is needed?
A 9x5 inch loaf pan is required.
How should I prepare the loaf pan?
Spray it with non-stick cooking spray or grease it with butter or oil.
What is the total baking time?
Bake for 55-60 minutes.
How do I know when the bread is finished baking?
The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs.
How long should the bread cool in the pan?
Allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Where should I place the bread to cool completely?
Transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 10 servings.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 280 calories per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
Each serving contains 38.5g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in a slice?
Each slice provides 3.5g of protein.
How much fiber is in the banana bread?
There is 1.5g of fiber per serving.
What is the sugar content per serving?
Each serving contains 21.5g of sugar.
How much sodium is in this recipe?
There is 150mg of sodium per serving.
Is this recipe good for breakfast?
Yes, it is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a comforting snack.
How should I mix the dry ingredients?
Gently fold in the dry ingredients with a spatula until just incorporated to avoid overworking the batter.
When should I add the chocolate chips?
Add the chocolate chips after the dry ingredients are just incorporated and stir until evenly distributed.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
The tags include banana bread, chocolate chip, homemade, baking, dessert, and comfort food.
Is this a family recipe?
Yes, it is a timeless family favorite that has been passed down through generations.