Rachael Ray Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe
If you're looking for a sweet and satisfying breakfast or snack, then look no further than Rachael Ray's chocolate chip banana bread recipe. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for beginner bakers or those who want to try something new in the kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and butter a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter.
- Add the baking soda, salt, and sugar, and mix well.
- Stir in the beaten egg and vanilla extract.
- Add the flour and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
This recipe makes one loaf of chocolate chip banana bread, which can be sliced and served warm or at room temperature. It's perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack any time of day. You can also freeze the bread for later use or to give as a gift.
Tips:
- For best results, use ripe bananas with brown spots on the skin. These bananas are sweeter and easier to mash.
- Mix the dry ingredients together in a separate bowl before adding them to the wet ingredients. This will help to distribute them evenly.
- Do not overmix the batter or the banana bread will be tough. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.
- You can substitute the semisweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.
- Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
This delicious chocolate chip banana bread recipe is sure to become a family favorite. It's easy to make, and the combination of sweet bananas and rich chocolate chips is simply irresistible. Give this recipe a try and see for yourself!
