Cast Iron Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
This cast iron chocolate chip banana bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, indulgent chocolate chips, and a golden crust from a skillet for a moist, irresistible treat.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1-1/4 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips divided
- Dried banana chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Begin by greasing a 10-inch cast iron skillet or another oven-safe pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture looks crumbly.
- Add the egg, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until combined—don’t worry about small banana lumps.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into your greased skillet, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips and, if desired, some dried banana chips on top for extra texture and flavor.
- Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the banana bread to cool in the skillet on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!