Banana Choco Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 large egg, at room temperature
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 cup butter (unsalted)
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1 cup mashed bananas (about 2 medium-sized ones)
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3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
→ Dry Ingredients
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3/4 cup small chocolate chips, with some kept aside for topping
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup plain flour (all-purpose)
# Instructions:
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Turn your oven on to 350°F (177°C). Use parchment paper to cover the bottom and sides of an 8x8-inch baking pan.
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Heat the butter in the microwave until it liquefies, which takes about a minute. Set it aside for 10-15 minutes to cool down to warm.
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In a bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
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Combine the butter (once it’s cooled) with the brown sugar using a whisk. Add the egg, mashed bananas, and vanilla, mixing until everything blends well.
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Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Gently fold in most of the chocolate chips, leaving some aside for sprinkling on top.
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Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle the leftover chocolate chips on top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick poked into the center comes out clean.
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Let it cool entirely. Use the parchment paper to lift it out of the pan, then slice it into portions.
# Notes:
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Keep in a container with a lid at room temperature for up to 4 days.
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You can store it in the fridge for a week or freeze it for a month.