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Banana Chocolate Chip Bars

These banana chocolate chip bars combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich chocolate, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, melted Provides moisture and richness.
  • 1 cup light brown sugar Adds sweetness and a hint of caramel flavor.
  • 0.5 cup white sugar Enhances sweetness and contributes to texture.
  • 0.5 cup dark brown sugar Brings depth of flavor with its molasses content.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients and adds richness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses a warm, aromatic flavor.
  • 2 cups mashed bananas Naturally sweet and moistens the batter.
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Forms the base structure of the bars.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Offers warm, comforting spice.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Adds rich, melty pockets of chocolate flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Lightly grease an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking pan and line with baking paper.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and light brown sugar.
  2. Whisk in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
  3. Gently stir in the flour, cinnamon, and salt until no lumps remain.
  4. Stir in the mashed bananas and fold in the chocolate chips.
Baking
  1. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and smooth into an even layer.
  2. Bake for about 32-35 minutes or until set.
Cooling
  1. Cool in the pan for at least an hour before slicing.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Let the melted butter cool slightly before mixing to avoid cooking the egg. Don’t overmix the batter to keep the bars soft.