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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Banana Chocolate Chip Bars

    Published: Oct 16, 2021 · Updated: Dec 22, 2021 by Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC · 9 Comments

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    Make the best banana chocolate chip bars in 30 minutes, packed with flavor and perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. They take just 10 minutes of prep and then go straight into the oven. So easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

    Banana chocolate chip bars sliced and placed on marble platter.

    These chocolate chip bars are so delicious and make the perfect breakfast or snack. They're similar to my chocolate chip banana bread but take half the time to make, have a chewier texture, and are easier to transport and enjoy!

    Easy to freeze and perfect for meal prep, you're going to love these hearty bars.

    How to make banana chocolate chip bars

    Detailed ingredient measurements, instructions, and notes can be found on the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page. Here’s a summary:

    1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F with the rack placed in the middle. Grease the inside of an 8×8-inch baking dish (I like to use avocado oil spray) and set aside.

    2. Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash or puree the peeled bananas using a fork or mixer. Stir in the coconut oil, milk, vanilla extract, egg, and brown sugar.

    3. Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the flour, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.

    Bowl filled with batter and chocolate chips.

    4. Bake: Pour batter into baking dish. Add additional chocolate chips on top. Place in the oven for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the middle.

    Batter in cooking dish.

    5. Cool and serve: Remove the bars from the oven and place on a rack until completely cooled. Gently remove from the pan by picking up the parchment paper and cut into squares.

    Banana chocolate chip bars sliced and placed on marble platter.

    Storing for later

    Place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Tips for making the best banana bars

    • Use super ripe bananas: That is the key to flavorful, super moist bars.
    • Spoon flour into measuring cup: Instead of scooping the flour with a measuring cup, spoon the flour into the cup and then level off with the flat edge of a knife.
    • Use extra chocolate chips: Be sure to sprinkle a handful of chocolate chips before sticking the loaf into the oven.
    Banana bar sitting on a plate with a glass of milk in the back.

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    Editor’s note: This recipe was originally published on April 6, 2020. Since then, it’s been freshened up with new pictures and more details to help you make the recipe.

    Chocolate chip banana bars sliced and placed on marble platter.

    Banana Chocolate Chip Bars

    5 from 30 votes
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    Prep time: 5 minutes
    Cook time: 25 minutes
    Total time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 9 servings
    Calories: 185kcal
    Author: Sapana Chandra
    Make the best banana chocolate chip bars in 30 minutes, packed with flavor and perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. They take just 10 minutes of prep and then go straight into the oven. So easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

    Ingredients

    • 3 ripe bananas
    • 2 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
    • 2 tablespoons milk, I use almond milk
    • 1 egg, beaten
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ⅓ cup light brown sugar, or coconut sugar
    • 1 cup flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips, more for sprinkling on top

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F with the rack placed in the middle. Grease the inside of an 8×8-inch baking dish (I like to use avocado oil spray) and set aside.
    • Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash or puree the peeled bananas using a fork or mixer. Stir in the coconut oil, milk, vanilla extract, egg, and brown sugar.
    • Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the flour, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
    • Bake: Pour batter into baking dish. Add additional chocolate chips on top. Place in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the middle.
    • Cool and serve: Remove the bars from the oven and place on a rack until completely cooled. Gently remove from the pan by picking up the parchment paper and cut into squares.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 33g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 19mg, Sodium: 77mg, Potassium: 234mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 17g, Vitamin A: 52IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 26mg, Iron: 2mg
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
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    Sapana Chandra is a certified health coach, author of Plant Power Bowls, and founder of Real +Vibrant. Here you’ll find simply delicious vegetarian recipes with step-by-step photo instructions – recipes you’ll be excited to enjoy and share with your loved ones.

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    Comments

    1. Jessica says

      December 13, 2022 at 10:00 am

      I have a problem. I can't stop making this chocolate cup banana bread. Im purposely buying too many bananas so that I can let a few get overripe. I'm ok with this addiction...5 stars

      Reply
    2. Kody Johnson says

      August 28, 2022 at 11:04 am

      I made this today, I have tried many different banana bread recipes and this is the one I will use from now on. It is by perfect! I made nine mini loaves and everyone loved it. I took some to the neighbors and they loved them.
      Thank you for this recipe!!5 stars

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    3. Sasha says

      May 02, 2022 at 9:49 am

      I just made this recipe it was delicious! I might make it a little sweeter next time but it came out perfectly! Thanks5 stars

      Reply
    4. Laura says

      November 22, 2020 at 5:07 pm

      I love this recipe! I have made it many times since I found it and it always comes out perfectly! However, today I found myself without vanilla or milk. So I subbed rum and plain Greek yogurt - still came out fabulous! Thanks for developing such a simple and satisfying recipe.5 stars

      Reply
    5. Lucy says

      July 24, 2020 at 4:41 am

      I really enjoyed these banana bars.I had originally planned to use them for dessert but kids enjoyed them in their lunch.5 stars

      Reply
    6. Darina Panicharova says

      June 27, 2020 at 11:59 am

      I made them them today and they are so good! I expected them to be more like cookie bars but they turned out cakey. This is the best banana bread I have ever eaten - moist and fluffy with a strong banana flavor.5 stars

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      • Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC says

        July 13, 2020 at 12:33 pm

        So happy to hear you enjoyed them, Darina! Thank you for your feedback!

        Reply
    7. Kathy says

      June 03, 2020 at 4:44 pm

      Made this today. Turned out great. I will make again but cut back on the chocolate chips in the recipe.
      Thanks for sharing5 stars

      Reply
    8. Lori Howell says

      May 07, 2020 at 10:45 am

      Followed recipe exactly as written. Very quick and easy to use up your bananas. The bars were perfect and delicious!5 stars

      Reply

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