Scrumptious Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Bars

Experience the delightful blend of ripe bananas and rich chocolate with our Scrumptious Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Bars. This recipe transforms the classic banana bread into a more indulgent treat, studded with chocolate chips for a satisfying texture. Perfect for banana and chocolate lovers alike, these bars are a sure way to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Why You’ll Love This: Our Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Bars are a crowd-pleaser with their moist texture, infused with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and enhanced by the melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chips. These bars are not just delicious but also easy to make, ensuring a hassle-free baking experience that results in a delightful treat every time.

Perfect Occasion: These bars are perfect for a wide range of occasions – from a comforting snack on a lazy afternoon to a delightful dessert at family gatherings. They are also great for school lunches, potlucks, or as a homemade gift that is sure to impress.

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups of thoroughly mashed bananas (about 3-4 bananas, ensure they’re very ripe with black peels)
• 1/2 cup of your preferred milk (gluten-free option available)
• 1/4 cup of natural maple syrup
• 1/4 cup of smooth, 100% peanut butter
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar
• 2 cups of gluten-free oat flour
• 2 teaspoons of cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of allspice or nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/3 cup of mini chocolate chips (extra for topping, refined sugar-free option available)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, milk, maple syrup, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar.
3. Gradually mix in the oat flour, cinnamon, allspice or nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended. Fold in the chocolate chips.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and evenly spread it out. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the bars to cool completely in the dish before cutting. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy these delicious bars chilled or at room temperature!