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Chocolate Chip Banana Bars

Soft, chewy chocolate chip banana bars packed with ripe banana flavor and melty chocolate chips — a cozy, easy dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bars
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas about 2–3 medium
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg large
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash bananas in a large bowl until mostly smooth.
  3. Add melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar; whisk until combined.
  4. Mix in egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Stir in chocolate chips, reserving a few for topping.
  8. Spread batter evenly in prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes.
  9. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.