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Banana Chocolate Chip Bars

Irresistibly Chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Bars You’ll Love

These Banana Chocolate Chip Bars are a delightful way to enjoy overripe bananas, combining rich chocolate and moist bananas into a fudgy treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup mashed overripe banana
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips reserve some for topping
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup reserved chocolate chips for topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or dried fruits optional

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together unsalted butter and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and fine salt until combined.
  4. Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the mashed bananas and chocolate chips gently.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 33-37 minutes, checking for doneness by golden edges.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a cutting board.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use soft butter and avoid overmixing the batter.

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