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Moist One-Bowl Banana Bread

This easy banana bread recipe is mixed in one bowl, packed with flavor, and loaded with chocolate chips, making it a delicious and simple treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The browner the bananas, the sweeter your bread will be.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Use plant-based butter or oil for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch none salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar Reduce for a lighter version.
  • 1 large egg, beaten Substitute with a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can be swapped for almond extract for a unique flavor.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour You can substitute half for whole wheat for added nutrition.
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Mix in nuts or different types of chocolate for extra crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas with the melted butter.
  4. Stir in the baking soda and salt.
  5. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla; mix well.
  6. Stir in the flour and chocolate chips until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Let cool completely before slicing. This helps retain moisture. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.