Description
Indulge in the rich, sweet flavors of these Banana Chocolate Chip Bars, an irresistible treat that transforms overripe bananas into a delicious dessert! Perfect for any occasion, these bars combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with melty chocolate chips for a delightful taste that’s sure to please both kids and adults. Not only are they quick and easy to make, but they also freeze well, making them an ideal last-minute dessert option. Enjoy them as a snack, breakfast on-the-go, or a delectable addition to your dessert spread!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup mashed overripe bananas (about 2 large)
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper and grease it lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and salt; mix until combined.
- Gently stir in the flour until just incorporated—do not overmix.
- Fold in the mashed bananas and three-fourths of the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 33–37 minutes or until golden brown around the edges and set in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg