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Soft & Chewy Banana Bars

Moist, tender banana dessert bars with rich flavor and a soft chewy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bar Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 bananas ripe, mashed
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking pan
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. Mix butter and sugars until smooth.
  4. Add bananas, egg, vanilla, and sour cream. Mix well.
  5. Fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Spread batter evenly in pan.
  7. Bake 22–28 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For extra flavor, add nuts or chocolate chips.