Chocolate Chip Strawberry Banana Bread Bars

chocolate + strawberries + banana bread = the Valentine's treat you didn’t know you needed 🍫🍓💖

Fluffy, soft, & studded with melty chocolate chips & juicy bursts of strawberry, these banana bread bars are the ultimate better-for-you treat! 😋 Made with simple, nourishing ingredients, they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day—or any day you’re craving something sweet.

Ingredients:
Wet Ingredients:

-4 eggs

-2 bananas, mashed

-1/4 cup coconut oil, melted

-1/4 cup almond milk

-1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients:

-1 1/4 cups oat flour

-1/2 cup collagen powder

-1 tsp baking soda

-1/2 tsp cinnamon

-1/2 tsp salt

Add-ins:

-1 cup chopped strawberries + extra for topping

-1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

🥣 1. Mix the Wet Ingredients:

In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, eggs, coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

🧁 2. Combine the Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, mix the oat flour, collagen powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

🔄 3. Combine Wet & Dry:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, stirring until just combined.

🍓 4. Fold in Add-ins:

Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and chocolate chips.

🔥 5. Bake:

Pour the batter into a lined 8x8 baking dish and smooth the top. Add extra sliced strawberries on top. Bake at 350°F for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.

✨ 6. Optional Topping:

For extra sweetness, lightly dust with powdered sugar and garnish with some fresh strawberry slices for a festive Valentine’s touch.

🎉 7. Slice & Enjoy:

Cut into squares and enjoy as a snack, dessert, or breakfast treat! Pair with your favorite warm drink for the coziest bite.

The Perfect Valentine’s Treat (or Anytime Treat!)

These Chocolate Chip Strawberry Banana Bread Bars are proof that you don’t have to choose between indulgence and nourishment! Whether you’re treating yourself or sharing with someone special, this easy recipe brings together the best flavors in every bite.

💖 What’s your favorite chocolate + fruit combo?