Banana Chocolate Chip Squares Recipe
Treat yourself to the delightful combination of bananas and chocolate with these Banana Chocolate Chip Squares! Perfect for any occasion, these squares offer a delicious twist on traditional desserts. Follow this easy recipe to bake a batch for your next gathering or just as a special treat for yourself.
Ingredients
Chocolate Chip Banana Bars:
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 small overripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Caramel Butter Cream:
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tbsp caramel sauce
- 1-2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 cup mini chocolate chips (for topping)
Directions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Start by heating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mix, beating until just combined.
- Add Bananas and Chocolate Chips: Mash 2 1/2 of the bananas, reserving the half banana for later. Fold the mashed bananas into the batter. Stir in the mini chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top later.
- Bake: Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then flip onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Caramel Butter Cream: While the bars cool, prepare the frosting. Beat the butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, caramel sauce, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Decorate: Once the bars are cool, cut them into squares. Pipe the caramel butter cream onto each square and sprinkle with mini chocolate chips.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 290 kcal per serving
- Servings: 16 squares
Prep and Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
These Banana Chocolate Chip Squares are not only a crowd-pleaser but also a joy to make. With their moist texture and rich flavors topped with a luxurious caramel butter cream, they’re sure to become a new favorite. Enjoy baking and indulging in these delicious treats!
Banana Chocolate Chip Squares
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 1x
Description
These Banana Chocolate Chip Squares are a delightful combination of moist banana bars studded with mini chocolate chips and topped with a rich caramel buttercream. The balance of sweet, ripe bananas and semi-sweet chocolate chips creates a perfect harmony of flavors, making each bite a satisfying treat.
Perfect for any occasion, these squares are easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Whether you’re baking for a family gathering or simply indulging in a sweet craving, the caramel buttercream adds an extra touch of decadence that elevates this dessert to new heights. Serve them at room temperature for the best texture and flavor experience.
Ingredients
Chocolate Chip Banana Bars:
8 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar
1 egg, room temp
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
3 small overripe bananas, mashed
1 cup mini chocolate chips
Caramel Butter Cream:
8 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
3 1/2 cup powdered sugar
4 tbsp caramel sauce
1–2 tbsp heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/8 cup mini chocolate chips, topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8 baking dish and line with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, beat butter and brown sugar till smooth, about three minutes.
Add in egg and vanilla extract. Mix flour and salt in a small bowl and add to wet ingredients, beating till combined.
Mash 2 1/2 bananas and set the remaining half aside. Fold mashed bananas into the mixture till fully combined.
Fold in chocolate chips, saving a handful to sprinkle on top of the batter.
Pour the banana mix into the prepared baking dish, sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top, and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes. Flip onto a cooling rack.
Make frosting by beating butter till smooth. Add in powdered sugar, caramel, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, beating till smooth, about three-five minutes.
Slice squares, pipe frosting onto cooled squares, and top with mini chocolate chips. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 kcal