A banana bread loaded with chocolate chips and walnuts that’s sure to make your tastebuds happy. This is a flavorful, dense, chocolatey, nutty banana bread that is made in one bowl and fills both the belly and soul!This recipe uses 4 super overripe medium bananas which should measure 2 cups.The pan size used is 8 ½ x 4 ½ inch. If using a 9 x 5, you won’t get the same height and the baking time should be decreased.Makes 1 loaf.
Spray or butter a 8 ½ x 4 ½ inch loaf pan then sprinkle evenly with a tablespoon of sugar. This creates a delicious outer coating. Set aside.
In a large bowl mash the bananas with a fork. I use a fork to do this. It should measure 2 cups.
Stir in the oil.
Stir in 1 cup of sugar, egg, and bourbon (or vanilla) into the bowl. Mix until it’s all combined.
Sprinkle in the baking powder, baking soda, and salt and stir. Mix in the flour until the flour is just incorporated then add the chocolate chips and walnuts. Stir for 50 strokes.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Sprinkle top with remaining tablespoon of sugar.
Place the pan onto a baking sheet (for easy removal) and bake for 65 - 75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Don't confuse the chocolate for raw. Don't want to overcook. You can start checking at 60 minutes because ovens do vary, but make sure the top is golden brown. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes then carefully turn out the banana bread onto a wire rack to cool.
Notes
The darker the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful the loaf.This chocolate walnut banana bread is even more delicious when eaten the following day.