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Classic Banana Bread with Walnuts and Chocolate Chips Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (10 slices)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A timeless banana bread recipe made extra delicious with crunchy walnuts and rich chocolate chips. Moist, tender, and full of flavor, this classic loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Add-ins

  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas and melted butter together until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla: Stir in the granulated sugar, followed by the eggs, and then the vanilla extract, mixing until the ingredients are incorporated evenly.
  4. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to ensure they are well combined and evenly distributed.
  5. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet banana mixture and stir gently just until the flour disappears; do not overmix to keep the bread tender.
  6. Fold in add-ins: Carefully fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Pour batter and bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool the bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing, ensuring the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • If the top browns too quickly during baking, tent the loaf loosely with foil to prevent burning.
  • This banana bread freezes well for up to 3 months when wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and foil.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Breads & Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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