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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread That's Pure Comfort

This Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread combines rich flavors and overripe bananas for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Browned for rich flavor
  • 3 pieces Overripe Bananas Mashed
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on banana ripeness
  • 0.25 cup Brown Sugar Packed; dark brown works best
  • 2 pieces Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor
  • 0.5 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with any dairy milk
  • 2 tablespoons Sour Cream Enhances tenderness; Greek yogurt is a substitute
  • 1.75 cups All-Purpose Flour Accurate measurements are crucial
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances overall flavor
  • 0.5 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet for balancing flavors

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • separate bowl for dry ingredients
  • spatula or wooden spoon
  • whisk or fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  2. In a medium saucepan, brown the unsalted butter over medium heat for 5-8 minutes until golden with a nutty aroma.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, and sour cream until smooth. Fold in the cooled brown butter.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually pour this into the wet mixture and mix gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the lined loaf pan, smoothing the top. Optionally, add extra chocolate chips or banana slices on top.
  7. Bake for 70-80 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and measure flour accurately to ensure the right texture.

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