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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars: Sweet, Easy, and Kid-Approved

Delicious and moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars that are kid-approved and perfect for any snack time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 3 large very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil use refined to avoid coconut flavor if desired
  • 2 large eggs essential for binding and structure
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar can be substituted with brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk feel free to use any plant-based milk
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup can be replaced with agave
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can use gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon infuses warmth and spice
  • 1 tsp baking powder for a light and fluffy texture
  • 1 tsp baking soda for leavening
  • 1/4 tsp salt enhances overall flavor
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate for a more wholesome choice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Granola bar molds

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your granola bar molds on a baking sheet.
  2. Mash ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine melted coconut oil, eggs, vanilla extract, almond milk, and maple syrup with the mashed bananas.
  4. Sift in flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then gently fold until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly without overworking the batter.
  6. Using a 1/4 cup scoop, fill the prepared molds about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in molds for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars are versatile and can be stored for up to 3 days at room temperature or frozen for 1-2 months.

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