Making Classic Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is easy when you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mash the Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, use a fork to mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in the melted butter, granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture. Gently mix in the flour until just combined.
5. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
6. Transfer to Pan: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes before transferring the banana bread to a wire rack to cool completely.

Following these steps will lead you to a mouthwatering loaf of Classic Chocolate Chip Banana Bread that is sure to impress anyone!