The Ultimate Moist and Decadent Quick Bread Recipe

Key Info:

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 55 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Servings: 12 slices

Difficulty: Easy

Diet: Vegetarian

Equipment:

• 9×5-inch loaf pan
• Large mixing bowl
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Measuring cups
• Spatula
• Parchment paper

Ingredients:

• 3-4 ripe bananas (1½ cups mashed)
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup white sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Optional: ½ cup Greek yogurt

Pro Tip: Use super ripe bananas – we’re talking mostly brown and soft!

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Mash bananas until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining.
3. In large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing completely after each addition.
5. Mix in mashed bananas, vanilla, and yogurt (if using).
6. In separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
7. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture. Do not overmix!
8. Fold in most chocolate chips, reserving some for topping.
9. Pour batter into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining chips on top.
10. Bake for 55-65 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
11. Cool in pan 15 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Crucial Tips:

• Riper bananas = more flavor and moisture
• Don’t overmix – this creates tough bread
• Check bread at 50 minutes to prevent over-browning

Storage:

• Room temperature: 2-3 days in airtight container
• Refrigerate: Up to 1 week
• Freeze: Up to 3 months

Variations:

Swap chocolate chips for:

• Nuts
• Blueberries
• Butterscotch chips
• White chocolate chips

Dietary Swaps:

• Gluten-free: Use gluten-free flour blend
• Dairy-free: Use coconut oil instead of butter
• Reduce sugar: Use monk fruit sweetener

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

• Using unripe bananas
• Overmixing batter
• Opening oven too frequently
• Not testing for doneness

Nutrition (per slice):

• Calories: 265
• Fat: 12g
• Carbs: 38g
• Protein: 4g

Chef’s Final Note:

This isn’t just banana bread. This is chocolate chip banana bread – a subtle but game-changing difference that transforms a classic into a decadent treat.

Bon appétit! 🍌🍫