Banana Chocolate Chip Bars
Start your day with quick and delicious banana chocolate chip bars! Easy to make, nutritious, and perfect for busy mornings.
Equipment
- 9×13 inch baking pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2-3 ripe bananas with brown spots, mashed
- 1/2 cup butter softened, for greasing or batter
- 1 cup chocolate chips dark or milk, plus extra for topping
- 1 cup flour can use whole wheat
- 1/4 cup natural sweetener maple syrup, honey or coconut sugar
- nuts or mix-ins optional: walnuts, pecans, dried fruit
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Whisk in wet ingredients and sweetener until combined.
- Gently fold in flour until a consistent batter forms.
- Stir in chocolate chips and any optional mix-ins. Save a few chips to sprinkle on top.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining chips on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before cutting.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature. Freeze up to 3 months. Try adding cinnamon or vanilla for a twist!