Soft, moist, and packed with sweet banana flavor, these Banana Chocolate Chip Bars are an easy and delicious treat. Perfect for snacks, dessert, or even breakfast on the go!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas, mixing until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add chocolate chips:
- Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a handful for sprinkling on top.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips over the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve:
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition (Per Bar):
- Calories: 210
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 125mg
Tips for Perfect Banana Chocolate Chip Bars
- Use Overripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bars will be.
- Customize Add-Ins: Try adding chopped nuts or shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Make Ahead: These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
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