Chocolate Banana Bread 🍫🍌🧈

- 3 ripe bananas

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

- 1/2 cup granulated sugar

- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

- 2 large eggs

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 1 cup all-purpose flour

- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

- 1 teaspoon baking soda

- 1/2 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 cup chocolate chips

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas.

3. Add melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bananas. Mix well.

4. Stir in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined.

5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle some extra chocolate chips on top.

7. Bake for about 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Serving Size: 10 slices

Calorie Count per Serving: Approximately 280 calories

Notes: For added texture, you can toss in some chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. To make it healthier, you can reduce sugar or use whole wheat flour. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze slices for longer shelf life.

What's your favorite way to use ripe bananas in baking or cooking?