Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chocolate Chip Banana Bars, a perfect treat that brings together the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the rich taste of chocolate chips. These bars are moist, tender, and incredibly easy to make, making them ideal for any occasion—whether as a snack, dessert, or even breakfast on the go. With a simple blend of pantry staples and overripe bananas, this recipe ensures no fruit goes to waste while satisfying your sweet tooth. Bake a batch today and enjoy these delicious bars with friends and family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g)
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar (200g)
- 1 large egg (56g)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (6g)
- 1/2 tsp fine salt (3g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
- 1 cup mashed overripe banana (250g)
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips (125g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and salt; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and mashed banana. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly into the batter.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for about 35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg