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Chocolate Chip Banana Bars

Deliciously Chewy Chocolate Chip Banana Bars You’ll Love

Delight in these Chocolate Chip Banana Bars, a blend of banana blondies and brownies, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 37 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 17 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter provides richness and moisture; use room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar adds sweetness and a hint of caramel flavor; can substitute with white sugar.
  • 1 large Egg binds the mixture; for vegan option, replace with chia egg or flaxseed gel.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract enhances flavor; consider using vanilla bean paste for more intensity.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour provides structure; can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 large Mashed Overripe Bananas the star ingredient for moisture and sweetness.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips adds sweetness and chocolatey contrast; use mini for extra fun.

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and light brown sugar for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and fine salt, blending thoroughly until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour on low speed until just combined.
  5. Fold in the mashed bananas and chocolate chips gently using a spatula.
  6. Pour the batter into the baking pan and sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake for 33-37 minutes, rotating halfway through until the edges turn golden.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 20-30 minutes, then cut into 16 squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be customized with nuts or dried fruits. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

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