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Banana Chocolate Chip Bars

Irresistible Banana Chocolate Chip Bars for Quick Comfort

These Banana Chocolate Chip Bars offer a delightful blend of sweet bananas, rich chocolate, and crunchy walnuts, making them a quick comfort dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Granulated sugar works in a pinch for a lighter flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can add a different nuance.
  • 1 cup Mashed Banana Use very ripe bananas for best results.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free blend can be used if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder No substitutions are recommended.
  • ½ teaspoon Fine Salt Essential component to balance sweetness.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Feel free to switch to milk or white chocolate if preferred.
  • ½ cup Chopped Walnuts Pecans or almonds are great alternatives.
  • 1 cup Banana Chips Optional for added texture on top.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spatula
  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup of unsalted butter over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan, then line it with parchment paper.
  3. Combine the warm browned butter with 1 cup of light brown sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  4. Add 2 large eggs one at a time to the mixture, beating vigorously after each addition until pale and thick.
  5. Gently fold in 1 cup of mashed ripe bananas and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the egg mixture.
  6. Sift together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of fine salt into the wet mixture.
  7. Fold in 1 cup of dark chocolate chips and ½ cup of chopped walnuts until combined.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift out using parchment paper, cool completely on a wire rack, and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is browned properly for enhancing flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep bars tender. Refrigerate before slicing for neat cuts.

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