Banana Bread Bars with a Twist

Indulge in these moist banana bread bars made with ripe bananas and rich avocado oil. This delightful treat is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Bursting with natural sweetness and enhanced with subtle notes of vanilla, these bars are easy to make and packed with flavor. Enjoy a slice that’s wholesome and deliciously satisfying!
ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup avocado oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, avocado oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until smooth.
- 3.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the banana mixture, whisking until well blended.
- 4.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- 5.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- 6.
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
- 7.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 8.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 9.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.