Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is wonderfully moist and loaded with ripe bananas and melty morsels of chocolate chips. This banana chocolate chip bread is a real treat.
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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe
Classic Banana Bread is on the regular rotation at our house but when we’re craving chocolate, we make this Chocolate Banana Bread. It is the favorite of the children and we are quite smitten as well. Did I mention it’s EASY?
It’s hard to wait for this to cool so I wait until it’s just no longer hot! The aroma that lingers in your kitchen is incredible and your home will smell like Christmas morning. Pair a warm slice with a mug of coffee and your morning is made. This is an excellent breakfast bread but it also works as a dessert bread (because – the chocolate!).
Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe
Be sure eggs, butter and bananas are at room temperature. If using frozen ripe bananas (we often freeze our overripe bananas for later use), thaw bananas overnight then let them come to room temperature.
Keep Those Old Bananas!
Use very ripe bananas, i.e. mushy bananas. You can tell a mushy banana by the color of the peel – it should be browned or browning significantly and should feel soft when squeezed between your fingertips and will be very easy to mash with a fork. Mash bananas until they are a chunky applesauce consistency. Some texture is good in banana bread!
The Best Chocolate Chips for Baking?
We used semi-sweet chocolate chips since the bread was already plenty sweet with the overripe bananas and bit of sugar, but it really is based on preference. You can use milk chocolate for a sweeter bite or even bittersweet chocolate chips to cut down on the sweetness.
We used standard-sized baking chips but mini chocolate chips would also work. Use between 2/3 to 3/4 cup of mini chocolate chips based on how sweet your like your bread.
How to Make the Best Chocolate Chip Banana Bread:
You can use either a stand mixer, an electric hand mixer or even whisk this together by hand with a little extra effort.
- Cream together softened butter and sugar in mixing bowl
- Add 2 lightly beaten eggs
- Mash bananas with a fork and add them to the bowl
- Whisk together dry ingredients and add to batter
- Fold in 3/4 of chocolate chips and transfer to the prepared bread pan
- Sprinkle top with remaining 1/4 chocolate chips and bake
The chocolate banana bread batter should be thick and have small lumps of banana.
It’s marvelous how the chocolate chips stay gooey and moist long after the bread comes out of the oven.
More Banana Recipes to Explore:
- Classic Banana Bread – loaded with nuts and raisins
- Banana Muffins – the muffin version of this recipe
- Banoffee Pie – layers of cream, bananas and caramel
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is wonderfully moist and loaded with ripe bananas and melty morsels of chocolate chips.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, (8 Tbsp), softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 bananas, (very ripe)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, divided
Instructions
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Preheat Oven to 350˚F. Butter and flour a bread loaf pan (9.25"L x 5.25"W x 2.75"D)
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In a mixing bowl using paddle attachment, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter and 2/3 cup sugar. Add 2 lightly beaten eggs.
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Mash bananas with a fork until consistency of chunky applesauce and add them to the mixing bowl along with 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. Mix until blended.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda and 1/2 tsp salt. Add to mixing bowl and mix until incorporated.
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Fold in 3/4 cup chocolate chips then transfer to prepared bread pan. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup chocolate over the top and bake at 350˚F for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let banana bread rest 10 min before transferring to a wire rack to cool.
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Natasha Kravchuk
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I’ve made this a few times and it was excellent! Just wanted to say, no need to cream the butter and sugar together. You can just melt the butter and whisk it in by hand with the sugar and wet ingredients. Came out exactly the same both ways. No need to get out the mixer.
Thanks for another great recipe!
Tha
Thank you for sharing that with us! 🙂
Thank you. This is the best Banana Bread I’ve ever made . Everybody enjoyed it 🥰
That’s wonderful! We love this recipe, it’s always a hit! I’m glad you did as well.
Just made this & it’s very good.
I used the measured amount of bananas mentioned in the comments (1 1/2C) rather than depending on the number of bananas stated in the recipe (3) & it worked fine (my 3 did equal 1 1/2C but that may not always be the case, depending on the size of the bananas).
My loaf was dark around the edges but still gooey in the middle until 60 minutes (I do use an oven thermometer) — I test with a long wooden skewer rather than a toothpick, to reach all the way to the bottom.
To keep the chips in the loaf from sinking, I dredged them in a Tbsp of the flour before mixing them into the batter.
I agree with the comment that suggested making a parchment paper sling to lift the loaf out of the pan rather than turning it out, so as not to smash the chips on top.
For the commenter who wondered why banana bread should have chocolate chips added to it: I never thought that combination sounded good but all of my friends said they love those flavors together, so I finally tried it & was surprised to find that I agree with them!
Next time, I’m going to make this recipe as cupcakes, with a little design of chips on top.
So nice to find such a reliable recipe — many thanks!
Hi Mac! Thank you for trying my recipe. Dark edges but still gooey in the middle are an indication of the oven temperature being too high that it bakes too fast on the outside, leaving it gooey in the middle. The oven thermometer is a great idea and highly recommended for all baking but if that’s not the issue, did you by chance use a different size loaf pan? It could also be the type of material that its made of and how it distributes heat. I hope that helps!
Thanks, Natasha. My loaf pan was 9″x5″, dark metal, non-stick — maybe the color &/or surface did make a difference, as you say. Next time, I’ll try plain metal & see if the dark edges don’t happen. The loaf was still good, not burned or too crisp, the corners just had a slight crunch (which I like).
You’re welcome, Mac! 🙂
Hi Natasha! Just a quick thank you for this recipe. I have tried at least 10 different recipes for banana bread and have always been disappointed with dry bread! Not this time! It was delicious! I found out last minute that I didn’t have any chocolate chips! I found some white chocolate chips and used those instead. Wow! It was wonderful! This will be my go to recipe from now on!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Laura! Thank you for your great review!
This is delicious. I did make one tiny adjustment, I threw in 1/2 c of chopped pecans. I also had to adjust the baking time as my pan was dark. I just deducted 5 minutes and used a slightly cooler oven about 340 degrees. Thank you for posting this great recipe.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Deb!
Très bonne recette, je l’ai suivie à la lettre. La prochaine fois, pour varier, je vais ajouter des noix. J’avais peur que mon moule en verre ne cuise pas correctement, mais au contraire ça a fait la job.
Merci encore pour cette autre belle recette.
My bread won’t cook all the way through even after 65 minutes at 350 degrees. I used the same size pan and followed the recipe.
Hi! I would recommend using an internal oven thermometer to see if your oven heats correctly and is calibrated.
Natasha is it possible there is an air pocket? I had that happen to me twice with other bread i bake all the time. A chef I know suggested tapping the pan a little bit. I do that all the time now and have never had it happen again. Just a thought. 🤷🏻♀️
It’s hard to say without being there, but that is possible.
I love this recipe, but it was really hard to find, located at the bottom of a long page of text and videos, not to mention the endless advertisements. Also very slow loading and it keeps returning to the top and then I have to go searching for the recipe again.
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Thanks Natasha for the nice recipe.
The print option on the right of the recipe, doesn’t work for me, don’t know why???
Hi! You’re very welcome! The print option is working for me (just tested it). Is this happening with all recipes or just this one? I would recommend refreshing your browser or restarting your computer to see if that fixes the issue.
Love this easy and delicious recipe. Will definitely make over and over again.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
Could you use a glass loaf pan? Just wondering as I dove have a metal one.
Thanks!
Hi Jennifer! That should be fine, you’ll have to watch it in the oven and check for doneness as the baking time could be different.
This recipe is amazing!!! I did add some nutella and I think it made it taste slightly better.
That’s a great idea too!
I made this today. BEST BANANA BREAD EVER! It was moist, flavorful and perfect. Thank you Natasha. ❤️
That’s great, Susan! I’m glad to hear that.
Hi, can you advise a substitute if I wanted this recipe eggless please?
I have not tested any eggless alternatives to advise.
If I may, last time my boyfriend tried apple sauce. Tasted and smelled really good.
Hi Natasha! love this recipe going to add blueberries this time 🙂 thanks for all the delicious recipes 🙂 Can you post Christmas cookies recipes …
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Maria! You can find all my Christmas recipes HERE. I have an Easy Christmas Sugar cookie recipe HERE. I hope you love it!
Hi Natasha! love this recipe going to add blueberries this time 🙂 thanks for all the delicious recipes 🙂
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Maria!
if I can give this 10 stars I would but BRWARE this is so good it is addicting – our 2 year old grandson at a birthday party asked for banana bread when the cake was served – best recipe ever
Yay thanks for the perfect review!
My first time making banana bread and it turned out wonderfully. Added chocolate chips and pecans, OMG can’t stop eating it!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Cassie!
I just made this for the first time EVER! I’m so excited to try it, it’s in the oven now!
I’m only a little concerned because all I had for a pan is a 9×9 non stick. 🤞🏻 I think it’s time to invest in some good pans!! 🤗
This is my first from Natashas Kitchen and the chocolate chip banana bread was moist as promised. I’ll definitely check this sight out for new recipes.
Thank you, Deborah! So glad you loved this recipe. I appreciate the feedback and hope you find many more you’ll enjoy.
First of all, I have no idea how I found your website, but this is the 6th recipe I have tried and every single one of them has turned out absolutely perfectly. I love how you have a video for the recipes as well. It really helps. Thnx!
That’s great to hear. I’m glad you’re enjoying my recipe. Thanks so much for sharing.
My son used this recipe only he made it in Instant Pot!
He used a springform pan sprayed well with nonstick spray in a 6 qt., 1 cup water in IP, uncovered on manual high pressure for 50 minutes NPR for 10 minutes. Remove let cool for 10 minutes.
Thanks for sharing and I hope it was a hit!
Easy and quick to make recepie. Very delishous. Can’t wait to make again.
Thank you for the good feedback!
Made this. It’s incredible. I’m making another one today. Best banana bread ever!!
Sounds great, I hope it becomes your new favorite!
It’s in the oven as I write! All your recipes I’ve tried have come out perfect!
I bet your home smells so good right now! Thank you for that wonderful feedback, Susan!
Looks delicious! I am a beginner cook and was wondering if I could use salted butter instead of unsalted? Also, could I also add some walnuts? My BF loves them.
Hi Michelle! Using unsalted butter helps you control the saltiness. You could use salted but I would omit the salt in the recipe if you do this. Walnuts work great and are a great addition!
Is it okay to double the recipe? My bread is in the oven as I am writing this!
Hi Kate. Yes, you can double the recipe.
This is my Go To Banana bread! Best Tasting! I love this recipe. It’s so easy I have it memorized. I have made it literally 8 times just this summer. Parties , church or just a treat for home. My kids love it.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Tammy! I’m so happy this was a hit!
This made it seem like I was an experienced baker! Family favorite now! Thank you!
You are most welcome and happy to hear!
Showing all the steps up front without the ingredient amounts is not useful at all. You have to jump back and forth. Recommend adding ingredient measurements throughout.
Hi Rob! We’ve provided a shortcut for that, click on the “jump to recipe” button at the top of the page. I always recommend reading through the blog post as well, I provide tips and answer some frequently asked common questions.
Excellent! A hit with everyone. Make sure your bananas are very ripe! Should it be stored in the fridge?
Thank you for sharing, Brenda! I’m happy it was a hit! 🙂
I wish this all appeared in the reverse order that it does! The ingredients should be first; I got frustrated scrolling through all the instructions and other advise before I could find the ingredient list.
Hi Julie! We have a “jump to recipe” button at the top of the page, for this very reason. 🙂
Please, please, please add a save button. I love your recipes!!!
Hi Deborah! Thank you for the suggestion, we are looking into this option. Thanks for your patience.
Delicious, moist out of this world best banana bread ever.
Could eat the whole loaf.
That’s wonderful! So glad to hear that.
Got back from Maui about three weeks ago and one of the best treats we had there was their chocolate chip and bread. My family wanted me to try to make it so I found this recipe and WOW-it is delicious. Can’t believe how easy it is to make and now I have used for all my Uber ripened bananas. Loaf was gone before the night was up. Making another one today!! Next I need to add some chopped nuts to it, but want to try to get macadamia nuts for authenticity 🤩
I’m so glad you found my recipe and blog, Janet! I’m so glad you all loved it!
My daughter wanted banana bread so I looked up recipes. I have seen videos from Natasha’s kitchen before. I followed the directions and WOW! So moist, FLAVOURFUL, and gone 15 minutes after it cooled. My family wanted more!
That’s wonderful! So glad to hear that.
Can I use self rising flour instead of plain.? What would be the difference? Never understood why you can’t substitute.
Hi Darlene. I have not tested that to advise. You may want to research this online to see how to best substitute this in baked goods. You may find this article from King Arthur website helpful.
I almost never leave reviews but when my boyfriend referred to this as “crack,” I knew I had to! I had double the overly-ripe bananas so I made 2 loaves and it was excellent!
Hi Lex, we appreciate your time in sharing your feedback and review! Thanks a lot and I’m happy that you both enjoyed the recipe.
I made this today it’s cooking now and smells delicious. I accidentally used 1/2 of a stick of butter. Instead of a 1/2 cup of butter. I’m hoping it still comes out good.
Hi Tamara! I hope it still turned out great.
Even with half the amount of butter it was delicious. Thank you so much for the recipe Natasha! I’ll definitely be making it again.
So glad to hear that, Tamara! Thank you for the feedback.
I did muffins instead of a loaf. I am wondering how many carbs would be in the muffins
Hi Jessica. This recipe makes 10 slices of banana bread and the nutrition facts listed in the recipe card are per 1 slice. You can multiply that amount by 10 and then divide the total but however many muffins you made from this recipe. I hope that helps.
I make This recipe of yours at least twice a month my whole family loves it! Thank you !
You’re very welcome, Monica! So glad your family loves it!
Wow what an awesome recipe! This morning I have just made a second loaf at the request of my family members. They have declared this bread to be the best ever! I agree! Thank you for sharing this recipe as well as others🙂
You’re very welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Katheryn! Thank you for sharing your excellent review with me!
I make this at least once every couple of months for my wife and kids, for the past couple of years, always a hit! I’m making again tonight and adding a tsp of cinnamon just to see what happens. Thanks for the recipe!
Sound good, please update us on how you liked that!
Is it okay if we use 5 fermenting bananas? I am eagerly awaiting your permission and hopefully they will be fully fermented by the time you reply! This is urgent.
Hi Max, it depends on the size of the bananas. Also, not sure what you mean by ‘fermenting’ – they should be very ripe. I guess I’ve never referred to them as fermented. Anyway, this recipe has about 1 1/2 cups of mashed bananas
I have a question, I had to put the egg, banana, butter and sugar into the fridge because someone took the last egg for the 2nd one. Will it still be okay while it refrigerated?
Hi, oh that is a bummer when that happens. I’ve been in that situation before but haven’t tested that through with this recipe. I would bring the ingredients back to room temperature and then proceed with the recipe once you have the last egg.
Your recipes look really good.
I’ll veganize the recipes so my son can enjoy them.
Hi Susan! I hope you enjoy this recipe. I would love to hear how it turns out.
This sounds so good and this may have been asked but I can’t find it…What changes should be made for high altitude of 6300 ft? I don’t want to fail at this recipe.
Hi Paula! Reference this high altitude baking resource. I hope that helps!
If I don’t own a stand mixer could I use a hand mixture or is there a different way to make it
Yes, that would be fine.
Banana bread has been around before house hold appliances. I use a fork for all mixing.
I made this bread yesterday and luckily there was a piece left for morning coffee today. I don’t normally like chocolate chips in my banana bread, but this really changed my mind. I used bananas that I previously froze ( I like using thick syrup that results after thawing). This will definitely be my go-to banana bread.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us, Kat!
So moist and a perfect level of sweetness! Definitely get that banana flavor 😋
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Hello Natasha, I have been watching you on YouTube for 2 years, I guess and I love your energy and good humor! Oh, I also LOVE all your recipes. Thank you so much for sharing with us.
Elaine Bernier, Acworth, Ga.30101
Hi Elaine! Thank you for following my channel all these years. So glad you enjoy my recipes.
Good recipe for banana bread. Enjoyed the texture and sweetness of the bread.
Thanks for your good feedback and review, Kevin. Good to know that you liked it!
I tried this just today and only used 2 bananas. It came out perfect and most and delicious! I was so impressed that I made it again! One for me, one I’m delivering to an elderly neighbor!
Sounds awesome and that is so sweet of you to share!
I always add some apple sauce or yogurt to the recipe. I find it makes the bread soft and moist for days.
That’s a good idea, thank you for sharing that with us!
How much apple sauce or yogurt do you put and do I put it when I am fixing the dry ingredients?
Just used this recipe! So easy to make and so deliciously moist. Definitely will be making this again in the future.
Hi Sena, I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thank you for this review!
What do you do if you only have two bananas? Would you sub in pumpkin or an egg?
Hi Shelby, if the two bananas are large enough that may work. One of my readers wrote: “only had 2 bananas on hand so I substituted the 3rd banana for 1/2 cup of applecauce and it came out very good. definetly my new go-to banana bread.” I hope this is helpful!
amazing recipe, this is the only banana bread recipe ill use from now on!
Thank you for the great feedback, Zoe!
Baked this yesterday and my boys LOVED them so much they ate the whole pan of minis I made. I will definitely be making these again soon.
That is the best when kids love what we moms make. That’s so great!
Definitely the best and moist banana chocolate chip bread recipe I have ever made. Delicious.
Thanks you for your good comments and feedback, Diane!
How should I store this cake? I’m making it on a Friday for a Sunday serving.
Thanks!
Hi Marie, we like to store it in a Ziploc or airtight container, I let it sit out for a day and after that, I will refrigerate it since it is a pretty moist bread for a few days.
made this & it finished in a few hours!! absolutely loved it!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Shila!
Perfect recipe. Everyone loved it. I used a mix of white and brown sugar. Yummy results! Thank you Natasha for sharing this deliciousness and for the detailed post and pictures. Very well done. I am adding this one to my keepers.
I’m so glad this was a hit! Thank you for sharing your great review!
Easy recipe to follow and tastes delicious I have a gas oven and at 350 for 50 mins the outside burned. I’m going to try for 40 minutes next time. The inside tasted delicious.
Hi Vicky, make sure you are not using convection oven settings. This recipe is written for a conventional oven.
oh ok! Thank you for that information!! My daughters and plan on making it again!
This banana chocolate chip bread is absolutely delicious. Will definitely make it again. Love your recipes Natasha.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Nicole!
So good. Suggestion to put a strip of wax paper or parchment paper to pull the loaf out to cool other wise you smash the chocolate chips on top. Otherwise delicious and quick!!!
Thank you so much for sharing that with us!
I love Natasha’s kitchen I have made many of her recipes. This is also a great one.
I would just tone down on the amount of chocolate chips to 3/4 cup next time. I found it to be way to sweet bc of the chocolate, but the banana bread itself is really good.
This will be my first banana/choc chip bread with you. Looks good already. Still have 10 more minutes to bake.
My problem My butter was not soft enough and I saw pieces of butter in the batter. Hope that won’t mess me up!
Love watching your videos!!
Hi Mary Jane, I’m sure it will be awesome! Please update us on how it goes.
Hi, Natasha. I followed your Chocolate Chip Banana Bread recipe and baked them not once, but twice, for my family and guess what? They all love it and urging me to bake for them again! We couldn’t get enough of the not so sweet, moist, and delectable banana flavor! Kudos to you and surely l will continue to follow and watch your vlog 🙂
That’s excellent! I’m so happy to hear that your family loved this recipe, Myrna. Thanks a lot for sharing that with us.
Hello! 🙂
Would you recommend also to add in any cinnamon or would that completely throw off the recipe/taste?
Hi Brooke! I bet that would be delicious with a touch of cinnamon too!
Best Banana bread recipe!! I’ve tried many other banana bread recipes this by far is the family favorite!! Thank you!!
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Sheila!
I made 2 loaves; one to keep and one to give away to my family. My boyfriend and I ate half of one loaf that same day!! My family loved it so much they asked to keep ‘em coming! This has become my go-to recipe and I’ve made 5 loaves since (all so good). Thank you 🥰
That’s so thoughtful, Megan! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
is it okay to use salted butter and reduce the amount of granulated salt added?
Hi Emily! That’s exactly what I would do if using salted butter!
I just went across your website and made this recipe today. I love how my banana bread recipe turned out! (Even husband was impressed). Moist/texture is perfect and every bit of it is definitely yummy! I am so grateful to you Natasha!!!!
I’m so happy you love our recipes! Thank you so much for the fantastic review. I am smiling big reading your comment
Best ever. I’ve made this bread several times and it never lasts more than a couple of days in my house. Thank you!
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Rachel! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
I made this recipe last night for New Year’s Eve and my husband said it was the best he has ever had ( he loves his chocolate)! I only had 2 very ripe bananas so substituted the 3rd by adding a 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce . The loaf was moist and delicious. I sliced the remaining loaf and wrapped to freeze individually for his chocolate craving snacks. Thank you for sharing. Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, Beth! I’m so happy you enjoyed that!
Today i tried the banana muffins. I got exactly 12 yummmmy muffins. 25 minutes were enough, but a little bit brown on the edges
I need maybe bigger liners
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
It is a success. Nothing too add
Followed the metric ingredients and everybody loved it.
Great to hear that, Nada. Thank you for the good feedback!
Oh Natasha!!! I’ve made these about 10 times in the past 2 weeks!!! I can’t tell you the compliments I get, and requests. I was actually told to make them and give them out at xmas time!
I have a question – and I have surfed the internet, yet can’t really find an answer! Since bananas come in very different sizes, is there a way to know approximately what that that would be in grams or cups??
Thanks in advance!!!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE all your recipes!!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Lilli! Thank you for your lovely review! I love hearing my recipes are a hit!
Very true…maybe an estimate of how much 2 bananas shld measure in cups or grams or ounces…
Will live to knw.
I hv 3 bananas but I don’t want to waste it. Gona make this in a couple of hours…please answer natasha
Hi Marsha, I didn’t measure it that way but this recipe has about 1 1/2 cups of mashed bananas. I hope you love this banana bread!
EXCELLENT! First time ever making this and certainly won’t be my last. Might add walnuts to the mix next!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
Wow. Great texture and flavor!
I’m not normally a banana bread fan and only eat it if baked by friends i.e people I like. I think this banana bread has changed that! The texture is just right. I only had baking powder so used three teaspoons of that instead of going out in the rain for baking soda. Great recipe, love it!
Yay, that’s fantastic news! Thank you for sharing and I’m glad you really enjoyed this recipe.
This is by far the BEST banana bread recipe I’ve tried! Everyone raves about it.
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review, Diana!
This is so moist and delicious! So easy to make and yes, your home smells so good! This is my new go to banana bread.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Lisa!
Good tasting recipe! Followed it exact and came out wonderful. Left in for less time (50 mins) used a nonstick loaf pan. The chips did sink, except at the middle of the bread.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us, Tabitha!
I make this at least once every couple of months for my wife and kids, for the past couple of years, always a hit! I’m making again tonight and adding a tsp of cinnamon just to see what happens. Thanks for the recipe!
You’re so welcome, Jason. Good to know that this recipe is already on your routine/menu.
Hi Natasha,
I love all of your enthusiasm and recipes that I have tried so far. Everyone loves the banana bread when I make it. If I were to use a mini loaf pan, how many mini loafs will this recipe yield and how long should I bake it for? Thank you so much!
Hi Cynthia, I’m happy to know that you’re enjoying my recipes. I honestly haven’t tested making it in mini loaves to advise. I think you will need to do an experiment on that one.
I made one batch and split them between 2 of the “paper” mini loaf pans – and they were excellent. Just weigh everything!! Hope that helps!
Thank you so much for sharing that with us, Lilli!
Can you freeze the bread after it cools? I want to make one now to enjoy and one for Thanksgiving morning.
Thank you
Hi Angela, we like to store it in a Ziploc or airtight container, I let it sit out for a day and after that, I will refrigerate it since it is a pretty moist bread for a few days… If freezing – the general rule for banana bread is to wrap it tightly with aluminum foil or plastic (freezer) wrap, stored properly it should last 2-3 months in the freezer.
Great recipe and super easy. Especially happy to have found a good one that doesn’t call for sour cream!
I was panicking because I used 4 fairly large bananas and was reading through the comments after it was already in the oven. I checked it at 55 minutes and it was a little wet so returned it to the oven for 10 more minutes (high end of cook time, 65 min.) It came out perfect.
I did use Bob’s Red Mill Artisan Flour (measured then sifted) vs all purpose. Not sure if that made a difference in the mixture not being too wet, but it was perfect. I also only used about 2/3 cup chocolate chips, I didn’t put any on top, and added about 2/3 cup chopped walnuts.
Thanks for a simple recipe to satisfy my banana bread cravings!
You are so welcome. Thank you so much for writing your review, I’m glad you enjoyed this recipe!
Thanks for providing the recipe for some quality time with my daughter today. We love to watch your videos, and we do a taste test at the end just like you. We’ve tried many other recipes of yours and greatly appreciate you sharing all that you do! Keep up the good work!
Thank you for sharing that wonderful feedback with me, Bab! I’m so happy you’re both enjoying my recipes and videos! I’m smiling big reading your comment.
Hi this is Bab’s daughter. I would like to say thank you for writing us back and you are a great cook. And I love your videos. Have a good day! And a happy Halloween!
Aww, that’s the best! Thanks for stopping by, Bab!
Love!!! I just made these, but made them into muffins. It’ll make about 18 muffins. I buttered the muffin tins and cooked for 20 minutes at 350° and they are perfect!! Thank you Natasha for this wonderful recipe
You are most welcome! I’m happy to know that the recipe was a success, thank you for your review!
I’m going to try this recipe soon, but I have a question. I just baked a cake and sprinkled some semi-sweet chocolate chips on top. They melted! What prevents yours from doing the same?
Hi Rene, typically if the chocolate chips are untouched, they will firm up and hold their shape as the bread cools but if you touch them with your hands, they will melt.
This is our go to banana bread recipe! I’ve made this exact recipe dozens of times.
I make into muffins and freeze individually so we always have a yummy breakfast.
I’m currently trying to support breastfeeding so I add a few tablespoons of ground flax seed and a cup of oatmeal along with some extra banana- a little drier but still delicious and filling!
I’m so happy you love the chocolate chip banana bread. It’s a favorite with my kids also. Great idea with adding ground flax to make it even healthier.
Hello we just moved and my loaf pan is packed up. Can I bake this in an 8in x 8in pan? For how long and at what temp.?
Thank you
Hi Amy, I havne’t tried it myself in an 8×8 pan, but with a few adjustments, it may work. Here’s what one of our readers wrote “(25 degrees higher for 2/3rds the length of time (40 min) because of the larger area – 64 sq inches in the 8 x 8 pan vs 45 sq inches in the 9 x 5 pan) and it was perfect (see my 5 star review on the 14th)!! Great recipe. Thank you again.” I hope this is helpful!
Hay natasha, why did my chocolate chips all sink to the bottom of the tin. I followed the recipe exactly as you said. It was absolutely delicious but the chocolate chips all sunk down 😔
Hi Sarah, I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe! I have not experienced them sinking to the bottom. Did the batter possibly sit for some time before getting baked? I would make sure it is mixed in and get it into the oven in good time.
This is hands down the best banana bread that I have ever tasted. I couldn’t agree more with the way Natasha described the banana bread! It is perfectly moist & has a decadent taste! Followed the recipe exactly but adjusted my timing and oven temp, it baked beautifully. I made this 3 days ago & it’s just as moist as the day I baked it. Thanks for sharing your recipe 😊
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
i made this recipe and its a super hit
So great to hear that it was a huge hit! Thanks for sharing.
Natasha why does my banana bread always crack in the centre surface? Tastes yum though.
Hi Kharmeen, I wouldn’t worry too much if your banana bread splits on top. That’s not a bad thing! The crack on top of bread happens when the loaf sets in the oven but still rises a bit more. It’s very common.
Hi
I love your banana bread receipe.
But i didnt want to use eggs, what can i subsitute the eggs with..
hope to hear from you soon
thanks in advance
Hi Narissa. I have not tried an eggless substitution but I do recommend reading through our comments, sometimes our readers will share what they tried!
My family loved it! I was out of chocolate chips so I improvised with Hershey kisses and chopped them up. I also added chopped pecans. New fav banana bread recipe!
Hello Jennifer, great to hear that your family loved this recipe and that’s a nice idea. thanks for sharing!
Can I use one egg?
Hi Heather, I have not experimented on that to advise. If you try that, please share with us how it goes!
Hello from England! I love this recipe and have made many times. If I only have one banana I add frozen raspberries or frozen blueberries. Dust them in flour first and just a quick stir at the end so they don’t mash up!
Delicious!
Thanks for sharing that with us, Jacque. I’m glad you loved this recipe!
Thank you for this recipe. It’s my new go to banana bread. Delicious just the way it is written. Even my husband, who is not a huge baked goods fan agrees, as he always looks forward to when I make this 🙂
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Maya!
It’s perfect 😍 My family loves it
Thank you so much Myline.
I love how easily your recipes read with the amounts in the actual recipe. Thank you for doing that!
You’re most welcome, Jasmine. Thank you for appreciating that!
Hi Natasha,
If I would like to make 2 loaves, would you recommend doubling the recipe, or stick to the measurements and doing it 2 separate times?
Hi Joanna, personally, I would make it in two separate pans. Doubling it will work though if you have a large enough pan!
Hi Natasha,
Just tried your recipe and it is amazing!! Love that it is so easy to follow and it turned out perfectly!
My mum would like me to make it to gift her friends. I am thinking of baking it in an aluminum foil tray. How would you suggest adjusting the temperature and duration?
Hi Joanna, I have only made these in our metal pans, but I bet that will still work in a foil pan. I would monitor closely towards the end there to ensure it doesn’t burn. I haven’t tried it in a foil tin myself to advise.
Could I use brown sugar?
Hi MJ, that may work! I would do an equal substitution of brown sugar – also, I would do packed brown sugar since granulated sugar is more compact. Your banana bread will be slightly darker but should still taste great.
And you use salted butter Instead of unsalted
Hi, I have unsalted butter listed in the recipe and I always make it with unsalted butter. It could work with salted but probably use less salt in the recipe.
Hi Natasha!
I really want to try this recipe, but wondering if using 2 bananas instead of 3 would affect the moisture of the bread? I love your videos and how easy it is to follow your recipes!
Hi Gaby, if the two bananas are large enough that may work. One of my readers wrote: “only had 2 bananas on hand so i substituted the 3rd banana for 1/2 cup of applecauce and it came out very good. definetly my new go-to banana bread.” I hope this is helpful!
Amazing banana cake!! Love how moist it is on the inside and crispy on the outside! Thanks for sharing this awesome recipe!
You’re welcome, MK! I’m so happy you enjoyed that.
This was AMAZING! I didn’t have any eggs, so I used one container of applesauce. (the kind you buy in packs) The loaf came out perfectly and you couldn’t taste the applesauce at all. I will be making this recipe again today with eggs. Thank you!
You’re welcome, Christina! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
This banana bread was so delicious!! Was wondering if you have a recommended cook time if I wanted to use the same recipe to make muffins?
Hi Bev! I’m glad you enjoyed this Banaba Bread! If you’re making these in muffin tins, you’d want to bake them for 25-30 minutes tops. We have a banana muffin recipe HERE you can use as a guide. I hope that helps.
This recipe is heavenly! I tried it and turned out better than I expected.
That’s nice to know! Great to hear too that you enjoyed this recipe.
This cake is so delicious, I added a touch of cinnamon. It goes perfectly with the banana. Baked it for less time than stated and it was so moist and gooey. Thank you
Thanks for your great review and feedback, Mariyam. I’m glad that you loved it with a touch of cinnamon too!
I love this banana bread it is moist and i make it for my grand kids as they really like it
Isn’t it the best! That is the best when kids & grandkids love what we parents make. That’s so great!
so good! I put it in a square pan instead for 30 min, it was perfect
Glad it was a success!
Hi Natasha,
This banana bread is delicious. I made it today with my 5 year old daughter, she couldn’t wait until the bread cools down. The whole house smelled so good. I didn’t have chocolate chips so I used 2 Hershey bars and kisses instead. It came out amazing. This recipe is definitely a keeper.
Nice! I’m glad you had Hershey bars available to use. I’m happy too that you enjoyed it!
This looks wonderful! Do I have to alter the recipe if I add nuts?
Hey Rose, you could add toasted and coarsely chopped walnuts in addition to the chocolate chips. It would be a wonderful combination! 🙂
I’m 77, and my mom use to put chocolate chips, either raisins, dried cranberries, or dried cherries in also, My son won’t have any if there isn’t any chips & dried fruit in it.
Those are good too!
I just don’t understand why you would want to add chocolate to a bread that should taste like bananas. I guess I’m old fashioned.
This was so good! Family and friends loved it. I made this and added some butter on it! Ha! Thanks for the wonderful recipe!
You’re welcome, Elliana! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Nataszka is 1:30 am and I took the cake out of the oven, it’s wonderful, already half eaten, I’m baking a second tomorrow. Thanks for the fantastic recipe.
Fantastic! Happy to know that you enjoyed this recipe, thanks for your good feedback!
Had extra bananas that were quickly going bad. I decided to give banana bread a try, and of course I went onto your page to get the recipe. Have a “pro” at work that makes the driest bread and it’s always disappointing. My only oops was no chocolate chips, BUT…I had butterscotch chips. Absolutely, the best banana bread I have had. Your recipe is easy and not intimidating. And the results were fantastic. I was going to bring in to work today, but not enough left!
Delicious!
I’m so glad you tried my recipe, Michael! It really is the best, and I’m so glad you enjoyed it! I can’t wait for your co-workers to try it!