Chocolate Chip Walnut Banana Bread

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a large mixing bowl, use a fork to mash the bananas until smooth and creamy.

2 small bananas
In a second large bowl, add the melted butter and granulated sugar. Whisk to combine. Add the eggs and vanilla to the bowl, and whisk again until smooth.

1/2 cup butter,1 cup granulated sugar,2 large eggs,2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Stir in the salt, sour cream, mashed bananas, and baking soda.

1/2 cup sour cream,1 teaspoon kosher salt,1 teaspoon baking soda
Sift the flour. Mix until just combined.

1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
Gently fold in the chocolate chips, walnuts, sliced bananas, white chocolate chips

1/2 banana sliced,1/2 cup mini chocolate chips,1/4 cup chopped walnuts,1/4 cup white chocolate chips
Pour the prepared batter into a greased 9×5 loaf pan. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top, if desired. Place the halved banana on top.

1 banana on top, sliced in half
Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick can be inserted into the center and comes out clean.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.