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Chocolate Chip Banana Bars

Irresistibly Soft Chocolate Chip Banana Bars You’ll Love

These Chocolate Chip Banana Bars are a delightful treat combining ripe bananas and rich chocolate, perfect for snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Choose bananas that are speckled for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted Unsalted butter gives you control over the final saltiness of your bars.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed Adds moisture and rich flavor.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Balances the sweetness from the bananas and brown sugar.
  • 2 large eggs Bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor and adds warmth.
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Gives the bars their texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the bars rise.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Elevates sweetness.
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Adds richness.
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) Adds crunch and flavor contrast.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas with melted unsalted butter until smooth.
  3. Add brown sugar and granulated sugar, then crack in the eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips and optional nuts until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until edges pull away and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, then cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and avoid overmixing for soft bars. Cool completely before cutting for clean slices.

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