Name: Banana Chocolate Chip Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 16
Ingredients: 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; 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

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

Scale

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