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Brown Butter Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

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A cozy, flavorful banana bread featuring nutty brown butter and melty chocolate chips, perfect for a comforting treat any time.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • 3 medium ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups mashed), overripe with brown spots
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (130g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir constantly as it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. Mash the bananas in a medium bowl with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some small lumps.
  4. Add the browned butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir gently until combined and glossy.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few streaks of flour are okay.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 55-65 minutes, starting to check at 55 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center. It is done when the toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning; the aroma should be nutty and sweet. Fold batter gently to keep a tender crumb. Use overripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly.

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Keywords: banana bread, brown butter, chocolate chips, easy banana bread, homemade banana bread, cozy treat, quick bread

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