Best 6 Nutty Banana Chocolate Chip Bars Recipes

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For those with a sweet tooth and a craving for a delectable treat, look no further than the nutty banana chocolate chip bars. This irresistible dessert combines the perfect blend of flavors and textures, offering a satisfying crunch from the walnuts or pecans, the soft and moist banana bread base, and the indulgent pockets of rich chocolate chips. Whether you're seeking a delightful snack to satisfy your cravings or a sweet treat to share with loved ones, these nutty banana chocolate chip bars are sure to be a hit. Let's dive into the world of flavors and embark on a culinary journey to create these delectable bars.

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NUTTY BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP BARS



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Blogger Brooke McLay from Cheeky Kitchen packs a powerful punch of protein into homemade banana breakfast bars.

Provided by Brooke Lark

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 very ripe banana
1 cup Bisquick™ Complete pancake & waffle mix
1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
1 egg
2 tablespoons brown rice syrup or real maple syrup
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 bag (2 oz) pecan chips
1/2 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting (from 1-lb container)
18 dried banana chips, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, beat banana with electric mixer on medium speed until pureed. Add Bisquick mix, protein powder, egg and syrup; beat until well combined. Stir in chocolate chips and half of the pecan chips. Spread in pan. Sprinkle with remaining pecan chips.
  • Bake 18 to 25 minutes or just until center is set. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, at least 30 minutes. Cut into 3 rows by 3 rows. Remove bars to cooling rack or plate.
  • Spoon frosting into small resealable freezer plastic bag; microwave on High 10 to 15 seconds. Cut off tiny corner of bag; squeeze bag to drizzle frosting over bars. Gently press 2 dried banana chips on top of each bar.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA NUT BREAD



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A recipe (originally by Ann Tremont) my mother put in a cookbook that I have modified quite a bit. Every time I bring this to work, everyone wants a piece (and there's not enough to go around).

Provided by Sidewinder314

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 loaf, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sugar
2/3 cup diced walnuts
2/3 cup mini chocolate chip
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large ripened bananas
1/2 cup butter
2 whole eggs

Steps:

  • Hand mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, walnuts, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract in mixing bowl until chocolate chips and walnuts are evenly spread out throughout mixture.
  • In another bowl, mash bananas and add to the main mixing bowl.
  • Soften the butter (I microwave for 20 seconds) and add to the main mixing bowl.
  • Add two whole eggs to main mixing bowl.
  • Mix all ingredients together by hand until it has a batter-like consistency.
  • Pour into greased loaf pan.
  • Let mixture set for at least 20 minutes before baking (Preheat the oven to 325°F).
  • Bake at 325°F for 65 minutes (may take longer depending on the oven and altitude).
  • When finished baking, it is best to let it set overnight before serving.
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  • An optional recipe: Instead of the chocolate chips, use 1 1/2 tsp of cinnamon to make Cinnamon Banana Nut Bread.

NUTTY BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP BREAD



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This tasty recipe is deliciously moist and sweet while still including plenty of whole grains and healthy ingredients.

Provided by rainbowchip

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     Banana Bread     Chocolate Banana Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 21

¾ cup unbleached all-purpose flour
¾ cup whole wheat flour
¼ cup milled flax seed
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup butter, at room temperature
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup granular sucralose sweetener (such as Splenda®)
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ cup nonfat plain yogurt
3 medium bananas, mashed
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Mix all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, flax seed, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a bowl. Beat butter, brown sugar, and sucralose sweetener in another bowl until light and fluffy. Beat eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon juice into butter mixture until well combined.
  • Stir flour mixture into butter mixture until smooth. Add yogurt, bananas, 1/2 cup walnuts, and 1/2 cup chocolate chips, stirring until batter is just blended. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle remaining 1 tablespoon walnuts and 1 tablespoon chocolate chips on top of batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 70 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 502.4 mg, Sugar 21.7 g

BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP BREAD



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Super amazing banana bread. Moist and tasty!

Provided by iggytakahashi

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     100+ Banana Bread Recipes     Chocolate Banana Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan, preferably glass.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Stir bananas, milk, and cinnamon in another bowl. Beat butter and sugar in a third bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs to butter mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir banana mixture into butter mixture. Stir in dry mixture until blended. Fold in chocolate chips until just combined. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 70 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.6 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 61.7 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 489.9 mg, Sugar 33.7 g

BANANA NUT BARS



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My sister gave me this recipe, which is always in demand with family, friends and co-workers. It's amazing how fast these tempting bars vanish when I serve them! The cream cheese frosting is heavenly.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup water
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring butter and water to a boil. Remove from the heat; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the sugars, bananas, buttermilk, eggs and vanilla until blended. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to sugar mixture. Beat in butter mixture until blended. Stir in nuts., Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BANANA OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP BARS



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Make and share this Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lupigirl

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed golden brown sugar
2 large eggs
3 large mashed ripe bananas
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 (11 1/2 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup pecans, toasted, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Butter and flour 15x10x1-inch baking sheet. Blend first 4 ingredients in medium bowl. Beat butter in large bowl until fluffy. Add both sugars and beat until well blended. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in bananas, then vanilla. Stir in flour mixture, then chocolate and pecans.
  • Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake until tester inserted into center comes out clean and top is golden, about 45 minutes. Cool in pan on rack. Cut into 3x2-inch bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.2, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 86.2, Carbohydrate 24.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 15.8, Protein 2

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas for a sweeter, more flavorful result.
  • Add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the batter for extra sweetness.
  • For a chewier bar, use more oats and less flour.
  • For a crispier bar, use less oats and more flour.
  • Add a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for a warm, autumnal flavor.
  • For a more decadent bar, add a layer of chocolate ganache or Nutella between the layers.
  • Serve the bars warm with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Nutty Banana Chocolate Chip Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and they can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them chewy or crispy, sweet or nutty, these bars are sure to satisfy your cravings. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give Nutty Banana Chocolate Chip Bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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