Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Chocolate Chip Banana Bars, where the natural sweetness of ripe bananas pairs perfectly with rich chocolate chips. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a moist, chewy texture that sets it apart from traditional banana bread, making it an ideal treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, both novice and experienced bakers will enjoy whipping up these bars. Perfect for sharing at parties or savoring with loved ones, these banana bars are sure to impress with their warm flavor and comforting appeal.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup (150 g) light brown sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 cup mashed bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (128 g) mini chocolate chips, divided
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl until warm. Let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine melted butter and light brown sugar in a large bowl, mixing until smooth. Add egg, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract; mix until blended.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients and half of the mini chocolate chips until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until firm around edges; a toothpick should come out clean or with few crumbs.
- Cool completely in the pan before lifting out to slice into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg