Irresistible Banana Bread Bars 

These Banana Bread Bars are a delightful twist on the classic banana bread, offering a moist, tender texture and a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a midday snack, they bring comfort and joy with every bite.

Ingredients

• 3–4 ripe bananas (the browner, the better)

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for added nutrition)

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ¾ cup brown sugar (light or dark)

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mash the Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the brown sugar and vegetable oil to the mashed bananas. Stir in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully combined.

4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.

6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool in the pan before cutting into squares. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information (per serving).

• Calories: Approximately 180 kcal

• Protein: 2 g

• Fat: 8 g

  • Saturated Fat: 1 g

• Carbohydrates: 28 g

  • Fiber: 2 g

  • Sugars: 15 g

• Cholesterol: 25 mg

• Sodium: 50 mg

• Potassium: 200 mg