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Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips and Walnuts

Chocolate Chip Walnut Banana Bread

A moist and flavorful banana bread loaded with chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large Ripe bananas Mashed, provides natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/3 cup Unsalted butter Melted, adds richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Helps the bread rise.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg Beaten, binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds aroma and flavor.
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Provides structure.
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate chips Adds sweetness and richness.
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts Chopped, adds crunch.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Spatula
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
  3. Add the baking soda and a pinch of salt to the banana mixture and mix thoroughly.
  4. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

This banana bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Enjoy it warm or toasted with butter!