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Banana Bars

Irresistibly Gooey Banana Bars for Your Sweet Cravings

Deliciously moist banana bars that transform overripe bananas into a rich and gooey treat, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup brown sugar can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract preferably pure
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips for decadence
  • 1/2 cup nuts chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/4 cup caramel drizzle optional
  • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour for gluten-free option

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • whisk
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add melted butter, brown sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla to the mashed bananas and mix until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness; avoid overmixing for the best texture; and store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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