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A single slice of Irresistible Banana Bars with a beautiful swirl frosting on a plate, ready to eat.

Irresistible Banana Bars

These banana bars are moist, flavorful, and easy to make. They are a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bars
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Topping
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, mashed bananas, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. If using, sprinkle the chocolate chips over the batter.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover banana bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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