Soft Banana Dessert Bars Loaded With Love

If you love bananas and chocolate, this banana dessert is for you. Soft, chewy bars loaded with chocolate chunks and toasted walnuts make every bite irresistible. Perfect for an after-school snack or a simple dessert, these bars are easy to whip up and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients to make this Banana Dessert Bars

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup mashed bananas (about 3 ripe bananas)

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chunks, divided

• 3/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts, divided

Directions

1. Preheat & prep pan: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.

2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

3. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.

4. Add eggs & bananas: Beat in the eggs, mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla until fully combined.

5. Combine mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated.

6. Add chocolate & nuts: Stir in 1 cup chocolate chunks and 1/2 cup toasted walnuts.

7. Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the pan. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chunks and walnuts on top. Bake 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Cool & serve: Let the bars cool for 15 minutes before cutting into squares. Enjoy this rich and satisfying banana dessert!

Nutrition (per bar, ~16 bars) about this Banana Dessert Bars

• Calories: 250 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 32 g

• Protein: 3 g

• Fat: 13 g

• Saturated Fat: 6 g

• Fiber: 2 g

• Sugar: 20 g

Prep & Cook Time

• Prep time: 15 minutes

• Bake time: 35–40 minutes

• Total time: 50–55 minutes

FAQ

Q: Can I use frozen bananas?
A: Yes, just thaw them completely and drain any extra liquid before mashing.

Q: Can I substitute the walnuts?
A: Pecans or almonds work perfectly and add a nice crunch.

Q: How do I store these bars?
A: Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Q: Can I make this a gluten-free banana dessert?
A: Absolutely! Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.

Source: www.allrecipes.com