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Banana Chocolate Chip Bars

Decadent Banana Chocolate Chip Bars for Sweet Moments

These Banana Chocolate Chip Bars blend sweet overripe bananas with chocolate chips for a deliciously fudgy dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 37 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar or coconut sugar for healthier option
  • 1 large Egg a flax egg can be used for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract for a twist
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 large Mashed Overripe Bananas
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips reserve some for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and salt; mix until smooth and well combined.
  4. Fold in the all-purpose flour gently until no visible flour remains.
  5. Fold in mashed bananas and 3/4 of the chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, level the surface, and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake for 33 to 37 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days or refrigerate for a week. Freeze for longer storage up to 1 month.

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