Banana Walnut Bread with Chocolate Chips

By , Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Moist, spiced banana bread studded with walnuts and dark chocolate chips, baked to golden perfection. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 75 minutes layers ripe bananas, melted butter, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 10, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves 10 American cuisine 210 cal/serving
Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

Equipment for this recipe

Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.

More Bakeware & baking tools → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, beat 2 mashed ripe bananas, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon.
  4. Step 4: Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Fold in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips.
  5. Step 5: Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 55-65 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool 20 minutes before slicing.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Banana Walnut Bread with Chocolate Chips take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Banana Walnut Bread with Chocolate Chips?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Banana Walnut Bread with Chocolate Chips?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Banana Walnut Bread with Chocolate Chips for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Banana Walnut Bread with Chocolate Chips?

American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

What others are saying

Related recipes