Banana Chocolate Chip Nut Bars

"These are a great way to use up over-ripe bananas, and they are way tastier than any store bought cookies or brownies. Makes 28-32 brownie-sized bars. Ingredients 2.5 cups all purpose flour. 0.5 teaspoon baking soda. 0.25 teaspoon salt. 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened. 1 cup (lightly packed) organic coconut palm sugar, or light brown sugar. 0.5 cup granulated vegan sugar, or white sugar. 1 large egg. 1 teaspoon almond extract, or vanilla extract. 2 medium bananas, mashed. 2 cups (~12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips. 1 cup (~4 ounces) chopped pecans, or other chopped nuts. Equipment Small bowl. Large bowl. Mixing spoon. 10″ x 15″ jelly roll pan. Scraper spatula."

Why You'll Love This Cookie Recipe

1. Delicious way to use up over-ripe bananas: If you have some bananas that are starting to get too ripe, this recipe is the perfect way to put them to good use. The bananas add a natural sweetness and moisture to the bars, making them extra tasty.

2. Better than store bought: These Banana Chocolate Chip Nut Bars are guaranteed to be way tastier than any store bought cookies or brownies. Made with quality ingredients like organic coconut palm sugar, semisweet chocolate chips, and chopped nuts, these bars are sure to impress.

3. Crowd pleasing dessert: With this recipe yielding 28-32 brownie-sized bars, you'll have plenty to share with friends and family. These bars are perfect for potlucks, parties, or just as a sweet treat to enjoy throughout the week.

4. Easy to make: With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, these bars are a breeze to whip up. All you need is a few bowls, a mixing spoon, and a jelly roll pan. In no time, you'll have a batch of delicious Banana Chocolate Chip Nut Bars ready to enjoy.

5. Customizable: Feel free to get creative with this recipe by swapping out ingredients to suit your preferences. Try using different types of nuts, adding in some dried fruit, or even drizzling some caramel or chocolate on top for an extra special touch. The possibilities are endless!