Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe Martha Stewart
Banana bread is a classic and a great way to use up those overripe bananas. Adding chocolate chips to the mix make it even better, creating a delicious and indulgent treat that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. In this article, we'll show you how to make chocolate chip banana bread like Martha Stewart.
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1¼ tsp. baking powder
- ¾ tsp. salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- With the mixer on low, add the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla, and mix until well combined. Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the bread for 5 minutes in the pan, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your delicious chocolate chip banana bread! It's great warm or at room temperature, and you can store it wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion
Chocolate chip banana bread is a classic treat that's easy to make and always delicious. With this recipe from Martha Stewart, you can make a perfect loaf every time, with the added indulgence of semisweet chocolate chips. Follow these simple instructions and enjoy a delicious and satisfying treat that's perfect for any occasion.