Chewy Chocolate Chip Banana Bars (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter
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1 cup (120 g) all purpose flour
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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¾ cup (150 g) light brown sugar
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1 cup mashed bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
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2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract
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¾ cup (128 g) mini chocolate chips, divided
# Let's Cook!:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line an 8x8 (20 cm) pan with parchment paper along the bottom and two sides
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Place the butter in a microwave safe bowl. Melt the butter in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir and if needed, heat again for 15 seconds. Cool the melted butter for 10-15 minutes until warm but not hot
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In another mixing bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder and salt together until well combined
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk the cooled butter with the light brown sugar until well combined. Whisk in the egg, mashed bananas and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined
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Stir the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined, about half at a time. Fold in most of the mini chocolate chips, reserving some for topping
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Smooth the banana batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a flexible spatula. Top with remaining mini chocolate chips
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Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until the sides are firm and the center is baked through. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean or with a few crumbs
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Cool the bars in the pan to room temperature. Once completely cooled, use the parchment paper to lift the bars from the pan, slice and enjoy
# Cook's Notes:
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days
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Can be refrigerated for up to a week
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Can be frozen for up to one month