Chocolate Chip And Walnut Banana Bread Recipe
Banana bread is a classic and beloved dessert that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. But why not add some extra flavor and texture to it by adding chocolate chips and walnuts? This recipe will show you how to make a delicious and moist chocolate chip and walnut banana bread that will satisfy your sweet tooth in the best way possible.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup of chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/2 cup of melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until they are smooth.
- Add in the eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Whisk until everything is thoroughly combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve your delicious chocolate chip and walnut banana bread!
This recipe makes one loaf of banana bread, which serves about 8-10 people. You can store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for longer storage.
Tips And Tricks
- You can use any type of chocolate chips you prefer - milk, dark, or semi-sweet.
- If you don't have chopped walnuts on hand, you can use pecans, almonds, or any other nut you like.
- If you want to make your banana bread look more attractive, you can use a piping bag to add a swirl of melted chocolate on top of the loaf before baking.
- Make sure your bananas are ripe, as they will be sweeter and easier to mash.
- If your bananas are not ripe enough, you can put them in a paper bag with an apple or a tomato to speed up the ripening process.
- If you want your banana bread to be even more moist, you can add an extra banana to the recipe.
Now that you know how to make this delicious and easy chocolate chip and walnut banana bread, you can impress your family and friends with your baking skills! This recipe is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. Enjoy!