Banana Chocolate Chip Bars
Banana Chocolate Chip Bars are a deliciously moist and rich treat that perfectly blends the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with decadent chocolate chips. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a delightful snack or a comforting dessert. Enjoy them warm from the oven or chilled for a tasty pick-me-up that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 medium ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine the mashed bananas with brown sugar, then mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips, then spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean or slightly gooey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg