Divine Banana Chocolate Chip Bars
A delightful recipe featuring ripe bananas and melting chocolate chips, perfect for cozy family gatherings or a quick treat.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Ensure bananas are truly ripe for maximum sweetness.
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Or a Halal-friendly substitute.
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Mix-ins
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans Optional for added crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk or fork until well incorporated and slightly frothy.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, ensuring there are no lumps in your dry mix.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir lightly until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts, if using.
Baking
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Cut into squares and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, wrap in plastic wrap and place in a zip-top bag to freeze for up to three months. Reheat in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or thaw at room temperature before serving.