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One-Bowl Banana Bread:

Irresistibly Moist One-Bowl Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

This One-Bowl Banana Bread is a quick and delicious treat that combines moist bananas and sweet chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 medium Overripe Bananas Heavily spotted or brown for best results.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it is fresh.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce amount or use brown sugar.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Alternatively, use nuts or dried fruits.
  • 1 large Egg For vegan option, substitute with flax egg.
Optional Add-ins
  • Nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans) Add texture.
  • Dried Fruits (e.g., cranberries or coconut flakes) Introduce variety.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • fork
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth, leaving a few small lumps.
  3. Mix in the melted butter, granulated sugar, salt, and egg until combined.
  4. Sprinkle baking soda over the mixture and fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips (or add-ins) until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Once baked, allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This banana bread can be customized with various add-ins like nuts or dried fruits for added flavor and texture.

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