Soy-Free Banana Bars
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of these Soy-Free Banana Bars, a perfect balance of moist texture and warm, spiced flavors. Made with ripe bananas and a hint of cinnamon, these bars are naturally rich and satisfying, while their soy-free status makes them a great option for those with dietary restrictions. A buttery base, lightly sweetened with brown and granulated sugar, creates a melt-in-your-mouth bite, enhanced by the option to add crunchy chopped walnuts for extra texture. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to perfection in under half an hour, these banana bars are ideal for a quick snack, breakfast treat, or a dessert the whole family will love. Whether you’re looking for a soy-free dessert recipe or simply trying to use up overripe bananas, this delightful twist on classic banana bread is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper, or lightly grease it with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork until smooth.
Add the melted unsalted butter to the bananas and mix until well combined.
Stir in the brown sugar and granulated sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
Add the vanilla extract and the egg, beating the mixture until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined. Do not over-mix.
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the banana bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, cut into squares or bars and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.6 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.7 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 1374 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 447.4 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 258.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2144 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
