Banana Chocolate Chip Bread

This freshly baked banana chocolate chip bread is everything you need start your mornings on a sweet note. It’s fluffy, warmly spiced with cinnamon, and pairs perfectly with your favorite cup of coffee.

Why You’ll Love This Banana Chocolate Chip Bread

If dessert for breakfast is your thing, this fluffy and moist banana chocolate chip bread with hints of cinnamon will be right up your alley.

• Naturally-sweetened. Smokey maple syrup and sweet bananas completely replace processed sugars in this recipe.
• Beginner-friendly. Mix the batter until just-combined, pour it into the loaf pan, and bake away.
• Wholesome. The combination of coconut oil, maple syrup, and bananas turn this banana bread into a breakfast option.
• Versatile. You can add chewy cranberries, make muffins, or add a peanut butter swirl.

Recipe Ingredients

You won’t get a sugar-high right after having this fluffy banana chocolate chip bread for breakfast. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact amounts.

• All-purpose flour – Avoid cake flour because the banana bread will crumble.
• Baking soda – Sieve it if there are any large lumps.
• Cinnamon – It adds warm spice, but you can swap it for nutmeg.
• Nutmeg – Its earthiness helps round out the flavors, but you can skip it.
• Salt – Kosher salt is best.
• Bananas – Ones that have started to brown are great for this.
• Maple syrup – You can use agave nectar or raw honey instead.
• Coconut oil – Vegetable, corn, and canola oil are good swaps.
• Vanilla extract – Use clear or pure vanilla extract (brown).
• Eggs – Feel free to use liquid eggs.
• Chocolate chips – Choose milk, semi-sweet, or bitter chocolate chips.

How to Make Banana Chocolate Chip Bread

It’s just like making your favorite sweet loaf but with bananas and maple syrup as sweeteners. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for more detailed instructions.

• Prep the oven. Preheat the oven to 350F. Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray and set it aside.
• Mix the dry ingredients. Whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.
• Combine the wet ingredients. Mix the bananas, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and eggs in a separate bowl until smooth.

• Mix them. Gently stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Fold in the chocolate chips. Mix until just-combined.

• Bake it. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Serve. Remove the bread from the oven. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes before removing it from the pan. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

From adding velvety frosting to making muffins, there’s a version of this easy banana chocolate chip bread for everyone.

• More add-ins. Stir 1/2 cup chopped pecans, walnuts, or cranberries into the batter for more texture and flavor. You can also add 4 tablespoons chia seeds.
• Line it. Sometimes, even if you grease the pan, the bread can stick. Prevent this by lining the bottom of the loaf pan with parchment paper.
• Frost it. Spread a layer of your favorite vanilla, chocolate, or cream cheese frosting on top once the bread is fully cooled. Cool Whip works too.
• Go whole-wheat. Swap the all-purpose flour for a whole-wheat one for an easy variation of this recipe.
• Make muffins. Line a muffin tray with liners. Fill them with batter until 3/4s full. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Add a swirl. Pour 1/4 cup peanut butter over the batter once it’s in the pan. Use a toothpick to swirl it around and spread the peanut butter. Bake as usual.
• Leave it shut. Once the bread’s in the oven, don’t open the oven door until it’s ready. Opening the oven consistently will lower the temperature, affecting baking time and texture.

Serving Suggestions

A slice (or two) of this banana chocolate chip bread is perfect for breakfast. Serve it with a glass of milk, a cup of tea, or your favorite coffee. I always pair it with my Sweet Cream Iced Coffee or Iced Chai Tea Latte. If you like spiced drinks, you’ve got to try my Coconut Milk Thai Iced Coffee.

How to Store Chocolate Chip Banana Bread 

Make sure the loaf is fully cooled before storing.

• Counter: Place it in an airtight container or paper bag for up to 2 days. Don’t use this method if the area where you live is humid.
• Fridge: Store it whole or sliced in an airtight container for up to 7 days. Keep it away from strong-smelling foods like onions to avoid the transfer of odors. Let it come down to room temperature before digging in.
• Freezer: Wrap it (whole, halved, or sliced) in plastic wrap twice. Transfer it to a freezer-friendly bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge or on the counter for 15-30 minutes.

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