Chunky Monkey Banana Bread
Chunky Monkey Banana Bread is a delightful twist on traditional banana bread, featuring the rich flavors of ripe bananas, gooey chocolate chunks, and crunchy walnuts. This easy-to-make recipe transforms overripe bananas into a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. Your kitchen will be filled with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone clamoring for a slice!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: About 10 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (about 1.5 cups mashed)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in sugar and eggs until well combined.
- Gently fold in flour and baking soda until just mixed; lumps are fine.
- Add walnuts and chocolate chips; fold until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 208
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 37mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of cinnamon or substituting walnuts with pecans. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.