Description
Indulge in the scrumptiousness of Chocolate Chip Banana Bars, a delightful dessert that brings together the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with rich chocolate chips. Ideal for using up overripe bananas, these bars are perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or cozy evenings at home. With their moist texture and satisfying flavor, they are destined to become a staple in your dessert repertoire. Easy to make and kid-friendly, these bars promise smiles all around!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g), room temperature
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar (200g)
- 1 large egg (56g), room temperature
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (6g)
- 1/2 tsp fine salt (3g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
- 1 cup mashed overripe banana (about 2 large bananas) (250g)
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips, chopped (125g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased or parchment-lined 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and whisk until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour and salt; gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the mashed bananas and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for approximately 35 minutes or until golden brown. Use a toothpick to check for doneness.
- Allow the bars to cool before cutting them into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg