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Chocolate Chip Banana Bars

Irresistibly Soft Chocolate Chip Banana Bars You’ll Love

These Chocolate Chip Banana Bars are a soft, chewy treat made with ripe bananas and chocolate chips, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use very ripe for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with melted coconut oil.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar White sugar can be used but may alter flavor.
  • 1 large Egg For vegan version, use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water).
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract for best results.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, substitute with almond flour.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for maximum effect.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda Helps maintain texture during baking.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt A pinch of sea salt on top enhances chocolate flavor.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Mix in walnuts or pecans for crunch if desired.

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Fork or potato masher

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring it hangs over the edges.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas until completely smooth (aim for about 1 cup of mashed banana).
  3. Add melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and whisk until well combined.
  4. Gently add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in most of the chocolate chips, leaving a handful aside for topping.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the bars cool on a wire rack for about 20 minutes, then lift from the pan and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months.

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