Banana Bread with Dark Chocolate and Walnuts

This moist and flavorful banana bread combines the classic taste of ripe bananas with rich dark chocolate and crunchy walnuts for a delightful twist. The perfect balance of sweetness and texture makes it a satisfying treat for breakfast or a snack, and it meets various dietary preferences with its simple, wholesome ingredients.

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 dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
3. Mix in the baking soda and salt. Then, add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour and mix until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.