Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chocolate Chip Banana Bars, a moist and tender treat perfect for using up overripe bananas. These bars blend the sweetness of ripe bananas with rich chocolate chips, creating a comforting dessert that everyone will adore. Ideal for gatherings, snacks, or even a sweet breakfast, these homemade bars are easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup mashed overripe banana – about 2 large bananas
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the flour and mashed bananas until just mixed. Fold this mixture into the wet ingredients gently.
- Carefully fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (57g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nuts or dried fruit. If you prefer a healthier option, substitute coconut oil for butter or use whole wheat flour.