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Chocolate Chip Banana Bars

Deliciously Chewy Chocolate Chip Banana Bars You’ll Love

These Chocolate Chip Banana Bars are a quick dessert made with overripe bananas, delivering a delightful chewy texture and rich chocolate flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 37 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and moisture; substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and depth; can be replaced with white sugar.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder; substitute with chia or flaxseed egg for vegan option.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; use vanilla bean paste for a more intense taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Fine Salt Balances sweetness; do not omit for perfect flavor.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; whole wheat or gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 1 cup Mashed Overripe Banana Adds moisture and natural sweetness; substitute with thawed and drained frozen bananas.
  • ¾ cup Chocolate Chips Provides sweetness and texture; substitute with nuts or different types of chips.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Combine ½ cup of unsalted butter with 1 cup of light brown sugar in a mixing bowl and beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate 1 large egg, 1 ½ teaspoons of vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon of fine salt into the mixture and mix well.
  4. Gradually add 1 cup of all-purpose flour while mixing on low speed until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in 1 cup of mashed overripe bananas and ¾ cup of chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 33-37 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before lifting them out and transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Cut into 16 squares for perfect portions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure your bananas are overripe for maximum sweetness; store bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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