Soul Food
Chocolate chip Banana Bread 🍞

Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the mashed bananas, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the bread to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing.
Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip banana bread! It’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or any time you’re craving a comforting treat.