Vegetarian Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe
Craving something sweet, comforting, and easy to make? Look no further! This vegetarian chocolate chip banana bread recipe is the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or a simple afternoon snack. It’s moist, flavorful, and packed with delicious chocolate chips that perfectly complement the banana flavor.
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- Vegetarian-friendly: This recipe is completely vegetarian, using simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry.
- Easy to make: No fancy equipment or techniques are required. Just mix, bake, and enjoy!
- Moist and delicious: The ripe bananas add natural sweetness and moisture, creating a perfectly soft and flavorful bread.
- Customizable: Feel free to add your favorite nuts, spices, or dried fruits for a unique twist.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup melted butter (vegetarian)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
- Stir in the melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips and Variations:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
- Use different types of chocolate chips, such as dark, milk, or white chocolate.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunch.
- If your bananas aren’t ripe enough, bake them in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 15-20 minutes until softened.
Enjoy your homemade vegetarian chocolate chip banana bread! This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients:
3 ripe bananas, mashed, 1/2 cup melted butter (vegetarian), 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 egg, beaten, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup chocolate chips
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