Description
Delight in these moist and flavorful Chocolate Chip Banana Bars, a perfect blend of ripe bananas and melty chocolate chips baked to golden perfection. Ideal for a sweet snack or dessert, these bars combine simple ingredients into a comforting treat that’s easy to prepare and share.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; then set this mixture aside.
- Mash Bananas and Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Mix in the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add Vanilla and Combine Mixtures: Stir in the vanilla extract, then gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture. Gently fold them together just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold in the chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into 12 squares for serving.
Notes
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for optimal flavor and natural sweetness.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bars tender and moist.
- You may substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruits if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
