BANANA-OATMEAL BARS WITH CHOCOLATE CHUNKS

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Banana-Oatmeal Bars with Chocolate Chunks image

Provided by Nancy Grubin

Categories     Chocolate     Fruit     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Banana     Oat     Summer     Bon Appétit     Colorado     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 3 dozen 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 (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups (packed) golden brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/3 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 2.6-ounce bars mild sweet chocolate (such as Hershey's Special Dark), cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 cup pecans, toasted, chopped

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.

Muhammad Rasool
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These bars are a great way to use up ripe bananas. They're also a healthy and filling snack that's perfect for on-the-go.


Sandy Ambalgan
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I've tried several different banana oatmeal bar recipes, and this one is by far the best. The bars are moist and flavorful, and the chocolate chunks add a nice touch of sweetness.


Clive Max
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These bars are delicious and easy to make. I love that they're made with whole wheat flour and oats, so they're a healthy snack option.


Zakaria Toumani
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I love these bars! They're so moist and flavorful, and the chocolate chunks are a nice touch.


Robert Blinkhorne
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These bars are a great way to start your day! They're filling, delicious, and easy to make.


Esperanza Lozano
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I made these bars for my family this morning and they were a hit! Everyone loved them, even my picky toddler.


P G
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These bars are so good! I love the combination of banana and oatmeal, and the chocolate chunks are a nice addition.


Mercedes Camargo
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit. They're a great way to use up ripe bananas and they're also a healthy and delicious snack.


JUAN PEDRO CARRION GOMEZ (bravogmz69)
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These bars are delicious and nutritious. They're a great way to start your day or to have as a snack.


Injamam Hosan
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I love these bars! They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Luke Koerner
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These bars are a great way to use up ripe bananas. They're also a healthy and filling snack that's perfect for on-the-go.


Tavin
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I've tried several different banana oatmeal bar recipes, and this one is by far the best. The bars are moist and flavorful, and the chocolate chunks add a nice touch of sweetness.


Ashik Prondha
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These bars are delicious and easy to make. I love that they're made with whole wheat flour and oats, so they're a healthy snack option.


Tonmoy Ahomed
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I made these bars for my kids and they loved them! They're a great way to get them to eat more fruit and oats.


Kebba Drammeh
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These bars are so good! I love the chewy texture and the sweet banana flavor. The chocolate chunks are a nice addition, too.


Mugabo Sam6
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're a great way to use up ripe bananas, and they're also a healthy and filling snack.


Harmony Reed
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These bars are delicious! I love the combination of banana and oatmeal, and the chocolate chunks add a nice touch of sweetness. They're also really easy to make, which is a plus.


Wiki 571
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I made these bars for my family this morning and they were a hit! Everyone loved them, even my picky toddler. They're so moist and flavorful, and the chocolate chunks are a nice addition.


Ethnan Sitota
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These banana oatmeal bars are the perfect way to start your day! They're filling, delicious, and easy to make. I love that they're made with whole wheat flour and oats, so they're packed with fiber and nutrients. And the chocolate chunks add a touch