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Banana Chocolate Chip Bars

Banana Chocolate Chip Bars: Irresistibly Moist and Chewy

These Banana Chocolate Chip Bars are a delicious blend of banana bread and blondies, perfectly moist and chewy, making them an irresistible dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 37 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup light brown sugar or granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg can substitute with flax egg for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour mix
  • 2 large mashed overripe bananas about 2 bananas
  • 1 cup chocolate chips dark or milk chocolate, mini chips work well

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch Baking Dish
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, spraying it lightly with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and light brown sugar together on medium speed for about 2 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour on low speed just until incorporated. The batter should be thick and scoopable.
  5. Gently fold in the mashed bananas and chocolate chips with a spatula, ensuring not to overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 33-37 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool the bars in the pan on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before lifting them out and cooling completely. Cut into 16 squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

To avoid food waste, use overripe bananas for natural sweetness. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

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