Chocolate Chip Banana Blondies

Looking for a delicious way to use up those overripe bananas? Then try these Chocolate Chip Banana Blondies, which are rich, chewy, and absolutely packed with flavor. A perfect balance of gooey banana sweetness and melty chocolate in every bite. Easy, Moist, and So Irresistible!

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About The Blondies

Blondies are a type of dessert bar that’s similar in texture to a brownie but without the cocoa or melted chocolate in the batter. Instead of being rich and chocolatey like brownies, blondies have a deep buttery, caramel-like flavor. These are often made with brown sugar and vanilla as the base flavor notes.

Key Features of Blondies:

• Chewy texture like brownies.
• Golden or blonde color (hence the name).
• Made without cocoa powder, unlike brownies.
• Common mix-ins include chocolate chips, nuts, coconut, or butterscotch.

You can think of blondies as the vanilla cousin of brownies. They’re super versatile and easy to customize—just like this recipe with bananas and chocolate chips!

Banana Blondies

This is one of those easy banana blondies recipes that come together with pantry basics and a few ripe bananas. It’s a cross between your favorite banana bread and chewy chocolate chip cookies—but in squares. There’s no need for a mixer, just a whisk and a bowl.

What makes these banana blondies with chocolate chips special is their texture: the inside stays moist and fudgy thanks to the mashed bananas, while the chocolate chips add that gooey, melty touch. The top gets a light golden crust that contrasts beautifully with the soft crumb underneath.

Perfect for tea time, potlucks, lunchbox treats, or a cozy Sunday bake!

Ingredients and Notes

Let’s break down the ingredients so you know exactly what each one does in this recipe:

Wet Ingredients

• 2–3 medium very ripe Bananas (mashed) – The star ingredient. The riper, the better. They add natural sweetness, moisture, and a deep banana flavor. If you’re looking up ripe banana dessert recipes, this is one that celebrates them beautifully.
• ½ cup packed light Brown sugar – Adds a deep molasses flavor that pairs beautifully with banana. Also contributes to the chewiness.
• ½ cup melted salted Butter – Using melted butter gives the blondies a dense, rich texture. Salted butter adds a subtle savory contrast that brings out the sweetness.
• ½ tsp Vanilla extract – A must for rounding out the flavors.
• 1 large Egg – Helps bind the ingredients and gives structure.
• ¾ cup semi-sweet Chocolate chips – Adds a delightful chocolate bite in every square. You can also substitute with chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty variation.

Dry Ingredients

• 1¼ cups whole Wheat flour – Using whole wheat flour adds a nutty flavor and fiber boost. It’s a healthier swap from refined flour and still keeps the blondies tender.
• ¼ tsp Baking soda + ½ tsp Baking powder – A small amount helps lift the blondies just enough.
• ¼ tsp Salt – Balances the sweetness and enhances all the other flavors.

Variations

• Banana Blondies with Walnuts: Replace chocolate chips with chopped toasted walnuts for a banana bread-like feel.
• Healthy Banana Blondies: Reduce sugar slightly or swap with coconut sugar. Add a few tablespoons of ground flaxseed for fiber.
• Peanut Butter Banana Blondies: Swirl a couple tablespoons of peanut butter into the batter before baking.
• Vegan Version: Use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) and coconut oil instead of butter. Use vegan chocolate chips.
• Gluten-Free: Substitute the whole wheat flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend or almond flour.

Easy Banana Blondies

This blondie recipe is born out of one of those classic “too many bananas on the counter” moments. I’ve always loved baking with bananas—banana bread, banana muffins, banana pancakes—but these easy banana blondies have become a favorite for how quickly they come together and how satisfying they are.

When I first tested this recipe, I didn’t expect them to disappear so fast. But they did. My family loved the soft, chewy texture and warm banana flavor—and I loved how simple they were. It was also the first time I got my little one to help mash bananas and stir chocolate chips. Baking these has now become a small kitchen ritual, especially when school snack boxes need something special.

If you’re someone who loves healthy banana desserts that don’t feel like you’re compromising on taste, you’ll appreciate this one. I often bake these in the evening, wrap them up once cool, and pop them into lunchboxes the next morning. A great way to sneak in some whole grain goodness and avoid processed snacks.

They’ve also become a favorite at potlucks—I even got asked for the recipe three times at our last picnic!

Why You’ll Love These Banana Blondies

✔ One bowl
✔ No mixer needed
✔ Uses pantry staples
✔ Healthier with whole wheat flour
✔ Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas
✔ Can be made nut-free or dairy-free
✔ Kid-approved and perfect for snacking

If you’re exploring new ripe banana dessert recipes, these blondies are the perfect place to start. They’re everything you love about banana bread but in a bite-sized, fudgy form. And honestly? They might just be your new favorite banana treat.

Don’t let those overripe bananas go to waste! Whip up these banana blondies with chocolate chips and watch them disappear before they’ve even cooled. Whether you’re baking for your family, your friends, or just yourself on a quiet afternoon, this recipe is warm, comforting, and endlessly satisfying. And if you try them, don’t forget to share your twist—nuts, swirls, or toppings—you name it. Happy baking!