Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Choco-Banana Bars, a perfect treat that combines the rich sweetness of ripe bananas with decadent chocolate. These bars are incredibly simple to make and require just 20 minutes of preparation time, making them an ideal option for snacks, desserts, or even a quick breakfast on the go. With their moist texture and delicious taste, these bars will satisfy both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or simply craving a sweet bite, Easy Choco-Banana Bars are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup salted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup buttermilk or sour cream
- 2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 medium bananas)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9X13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, buttermilk (or sour cream), and mashed bananas until well combined.
- Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture; mix gently until no dry streaks remain.
- Scoop half of the batter into another bowl and mix in cocoa powder until fully incorporated.
- Spread the chocolate batter evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Spoon dollops of banana batter over the chocolate layer and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips generously on top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg