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Banana Chocolate Chip Bars

Irresistibly Soft Banana Chocolate Chip Bars You’ll Crave

These Banana Chocolate Chip Bars are a crowd-pleaser that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with rich chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use very ripe, spotted bananas for maximum flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with melted coconut oil for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark; can replace half with coconut sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Omit if using additional brown sugar.
  • 2 large Eggs Consider flax eggs for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Swap with 1:1 gluten-free blend for gluten-free bars.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh for proper leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional but recommended for flavor depth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential to enhance flavors.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Feel free to use dark or white chocolate chips.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth, leaving a few small lumps.
  3. Combine melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract with the mashed bananas.
  4. Fold in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt gently to combine.
  5. Fold in three-quarters of the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
  8. Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before lifting them out to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal sweetness, use ripe bananas. Avoid overmixing for soft and chewy bars. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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