Banana Bars
These delightful Banana Bars are the perfect fusion of ripe bananas and warm cinnamon, creating a soft, chewy treat that is hard to resist. Ideal for brunch, snacks, or late-night cravings, they bring joy to any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, these bars will have your friends and family coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 56g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider incorporating walnuts or chocolate chips into the batter. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.