Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips and Walnuts

This delicious banana bread combines the classic flavors of ripe bananas with the richness of chocolate chips and the crunch of walnuts. Perfectly moist and sweet, this recipe brings a delightful twist to traditional banana bread while remaining true to its comforting roots. It's an ideal treat for breakfast or as a snack, and offers a great way to use up overripe bananas.

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas until well combined.
4. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
5. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
6. Gradually add the flour, stirring until just incorporated.
7. Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts gently.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.