Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x5 metal loaf pan; set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mash the bananas; set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to cream together butter and sugars for 2 to 3 minutes, until well combined and fluffy (you can also use a stand mixer.)

Step 4

Add in the eggs, mashed banana and vanilla and mix well.

Step 5

Sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt into the wet ingredients, then fold in until just combined. Fold in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the bread is set and a knife inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving.