Nothing beats a warm slice of homemade comfort, and this Super Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe is proof. With rich banana flavor, melty chocolate chips, and a soft, tender crumb, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll want to make again and again. Whether you’re baking with three ripe bananas or six, this recipe is flexible, simple, and packed with flavor. Perfect for beginners or seasoned bakers, it delivers that bakery-style taste right at home.

Why You’ll Love It

• This is the best easy banana bread recipe no mixer required.
• It’s versatile: make one loaf, banana bread two loaves, or muffins.
• Works with anywhere from three bananas to banana bread recipe 6 bananas.
• Few ingredients, pantry staples, and big payoff.
• Chocolate chips elevate the classic banana bread to a dessert-like treat.

Ingredients

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Super Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

This super moist chocolate chip banana bread recipe is soft, tender, and packed with melty chocolate. A simple homemade banana bread that works with 3 to 6 bananas for the ultimate bakery-style loaf.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 1 loaf (10 slices)

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 285

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 3 –6 ripe bananas mashed
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Method

 

1. 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 loaf pan.
2. 2. Mash bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
3. 3. Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until blended.
4. 4. Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
5. 5. Fold in chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
6. 6. Pour batter into loaf pan and bake 55–65 minutes.
7. 7. Cool for 10 minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22g

Notes

Use 3 bananas for lighter texture or 6 bananas for extra moist bread.

Store at room temp for 3 days or freeze slices up to 3 months.

Replace chocolate chips with nuts or mix both for variety.

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• 3–6 ripe bananas (depending on size and sweetness)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chocolate chips

How to Make

1. Prep – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mash – In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
3. Mix – Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
4. Combine – Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just blended.
5. Fold – Gently fold in chocolate chips.
6. Bake – Pour batter into pan and bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Cool & Serve – Let cool for 10 minutes, slice, and enjoy warm.

Storage & Reheating Tips

• Room Temperature: Store wrapped loaf at room temp for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerator: Keep for up to 1 week.
• Freezer: Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 3 months.
• Reheat: Warm a slice in the microwave for 20 seconds to revive that fresh-baked softness.

FAQs & Conclusion

Can I make this with only three bananas?
Yes, it works great with fewer bananas, though it will be slightly less moist.

What’s the secret to moist banana bread?
Ripe bananas, melted butter, and not overmixing the batter.

Can I skip the chocolate chips?
Yes, but they add richness and balance the banana flavor.

In conclusion, this super moist chocolate chip banana bread recipe is the perfect mix of simplicity and indulgence. Whether you make a single loaf, double batch, or try variations with nuts, it’s a keeper. Try it once, and it might just become your go-to banana bread recipe.

Story with Recipe

Hi, I’m Alex, the hands and heart behind Recipes Alex. My grandmother’s kitchen was where I first learned that food tells its own story. This super moist chocolate chip banana bread recipe is one of those recipes that feels like home. With ripe bananas, melty chocolate chips, and simple pantry staples, it comes together effortlessly. Whether you bake it with three bananas or six, it delivers a tender, flavorful loaf every time. Slice it warm, share it with loved ones, or freeze for later it’s comfort baked into every bite. Cooking is about love, and this bread proves it.