Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2

In large bowl, cream together butter, oil and sugar. Cream for 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add eggs, vanilla, bananas and sour cream. Stir well until combined.

Step 4

Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Stir in 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips.

Step 6

Pour into greased approximately 8.5 x 4.5 x 2.75 inch loaf pan.

Step 7

Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips. Also, sprinkle with 1 Tablespoon of sugar on top of bread.

Step 8

Bake for 45-55 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Cover with foil halfway through cooking, approximately 25 minutes to prevent burning.

Step 9

Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

This banana bread freezes well.