Making Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a breeze when you follow these easy steps. Let’s get started:

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking.
2. Prepare the Pan: Grease a 4×8-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
4. Add Butter: Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
5. Mix in Dry Ingredients: Add baking soda and salt, and stir until combined.
6. Mix in Sugar: Add the granulated sugar and mix well.
7. Add Egg and Vanilla: Stir in the beaten egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
8. Incorporate Flour: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
9. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and fold them into the batter.
10. Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top evenly.
11. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
12. Cool the Bread: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Follow these instructions, and you’ll be on your way to enjoying a delightful loaf of Chocolate Chip Banana Bread!