Chocolate Chip Banana Bread (Printable Version)
A moist, gluten-free treat packed with ripe bananas and chocolate chips that's easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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4-5 ripe bananas
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8 tablespoons (1 stick) softened butter
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2 tablespoons milk
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1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
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2 cups gluten free flour (Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 baking flour)
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2 eggs
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
→ Optional Additions
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1/2 cup chocolate chips
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1/4 cup shaved chocolate
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Butter or grease a standard loaf pan.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
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In a medium bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
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In another medium bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract, eggs, milk, and mashed bananas, mixing until well combined.
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Add the wet ingredients to the bowl with the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
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Gently fold in the chocolate chips or shaved chocolate if using.
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Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly.
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Bake in preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow banana bread to cool in the pan for 20 minutes before removing and serving.
# Notes:
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This banana bread is best when made with very ripe bananas that have brown spots on the skin.
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For extra texture, consider adding 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.