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Banana Chocolate Chip Bars

Irresistibly Chewy Banana Chocolate Chip Bars You’ll Love

Enjoy these delightful Banana Chocolate Chip Bars made with ripe bananas and chocolate chips, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter room temperature
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 1 large Egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fine Salt
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 2 large Mashed Overripe Banana about 2 large bananas
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips can use mini chips or dark chocolate

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • baking dish
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and cooking spray.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter and brown sugar on medium speed for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing on low until fully combined, scraping the sides as needed.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour while mixing on low until just combined, then fold in the mashed bananas.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, reserving some for topping, then pour the batter into the prepared dish.
  6. Bake for 33 to 37 minutes until the edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before cutting into 16 squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These bars are gluten-friendly and can be customized with nuts or spices. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a week.

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