Banana Chip Dessert Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 -
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
02 -
1 cup mashed bananas (about 2)
03 -
1 large egg, at room temp
04 -
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
05 -
1/2 cup melted, unsalted butter
→ Dry Ingredients
06 -
3/4 cup mini chocolate chips, divided for mixing and topping
07 -
1/2 teaspoon salt
08 -
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
09 -
1 cup all-purpose flour
# Instructions:
01 -
Turn your oven on to 350°F (177°C). Cover the bottom and sides of an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper.
02 -
Heat butter in the microwave until it melts, about 60 seconds. Let it cool for about 10-15 minutes so it isn’t too hot.
03 -
Stir together the flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
04 -
Whisk the cooled melted butter with brown sugar. Mix in the egg, mashed bananas, and vanilla until smooth.
05 -
Slowly combine the dry mix with the wet ingredients. Gently fold in most of the chocolate chips, leaving some aside for later.
06 -
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan, then sprinkle the saved chocolate chips on top. Bake for 30-35 minutes. The center should be set and a toothpick should come out clean.
07 -
Let it cool completely in the pan. Use the parchment paper to lift it out before cutting into pieces.
# Notes:
01 -
Keep in a sealed container at room temp for up to 4 days
02 -
Store in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for a month