Black-Bottom Banana Bars Recipe

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2013 by sandyko

Looking at reviews before making this recipe, I added chocolate chips and 3 T mayo to the chocolate portion of this bread. I baked it in an 8 x 8 pan--and it took 45 minutes to bake. My husband loved it (he is a chocolate freak). Next time I might just make the whole batter chocolate and add a nice icing.

Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2013 by wflames

tastes amazing!

Reviewed on Oct. 27, 2012 by lilbitty629

Have made this recipe numerous times and they are just sooooo YUMMY! I promise anyone who reads this, you will not be disappointed.

Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2012 by 2u71v4bz

Wanted to try something new instead of banana bread. These bars came out really tasty. I also added walnuts and chocolate chips.

Reviewed on Sep. 10, 2012 by dbeauche

One of the best banana recipes I have tried! My entire family loves it. I added chocolate chips to the bottom layer. I also made it in a 8x8 pan to make the bars thicker. They came out great!

Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2012 by yppah

This recipe is the best yet for us, even my pickiest liked it! The chocolate really makes it. Will make it again and yes it does stay moist. I will try to substitute the butter next time though as I'm being strict with my diet. Oh I used 2/3 c. sugar.. still fine. A keeper-thanks!

Reviewed on Feb. 03, 2012 by MomNErin

I really like these bars! They're moist and delicious; a nice change from typical banana bread when I'm trying to use up over-ripe bananas.

Reviewed on Jan. 21, 2012 by Polkadotpajamas

Fantastic recipe!!

Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2011 by mom23kids

Reduced the sugar by half, as my bananas were very ripe, and added an extra 1/2 cup banana. Very moist and delicious. Big hit with family.

Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2011 by s_pants

These were very good, but next time I think I might add a little mayo to the cocoa layer to make that part as moist as the top. I like the suggestion of adding chocolate chips to the cocoa layer, too. An excellent alternative for over-ripe bananas!

Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2011 by Holmescsh

Better second day than first. More chocolate than banana. More cake than bar. I was expecting something more like a brownie in consistency and texture. Our group didn't eat them...

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2011 by edjohnn

Have made this and taken to work and to church, and the only thing, the recipe must be doubled or will be quite thin for a 9 X 13 pan. Very good and moist..Loved by all.

Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2011 by jonesy85

I love these as an alternative to the frosted banana bars, I add chocolate chips also to the chocolate part for a little more flavor.. Very delicious and ALWAYS requested..

Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2011 by babsvo07

These are very moist and a good way to get a chocoholic to eat bananas.

Reviewed on Jun. 03, 2011 by smagal

Yum, it is kind of like a cake.

Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2011 by fordee

I would definitely make this again.It was very moist and pretty easy to make. I think the next time I'd make it I would add chocolate chips and walnuts. Very yummy!

Reviewed on Feb. 10, 2011 by eibergenr

This is delicious and easy!

Reviewed on Dec. 27, 2010 by Generals

I tried this recdipe looking for something different to do with the bananas needing to be used up. all 5 of my kids & i enjoyed it. the cocoa flavor didnt stand out as much as i thought it wud but was a nice touch

Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2010 by vt_pure_angel

The second time making: We did add 3 Tablespoons of Mayo (not Miracle whip) with the cocoa so that both "sections" were equally moist :) Great recipe!!

Reviewed on Apr. 07, 2010 by patricib

I have used this recipe for years! Absolutely love it! Cake freezes well too! Only adjustment I make is that I cut down the sugar to half a cup. If bananas are really sweet --then a tsp. or so less that 1/2 cup. It's great plain with coffee or tea. Can be dressed up with a little squirt of real whipped cream.

Reviewed on Apr. 02, 2010 by vt_pure_angel

Amazing just the way it is!!

Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2010 by CookiesRmyPassion

These bars are great! They are so moist, and are a great alternative to making banana muffins all the time. My whole family loved them.

Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2010 by Amy the Midwife

One of my favorite cakes of all time! So moist!

Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2009 by Joscy

These are absolutely the best!! I make them often for my husband -- he devours them. Thank you for recipe. OMGoodness, cocoadawn, so very sorry to hear about your home. We had experience with fire destroying our home in 1980.

Reviewed on Apr. 02, 2009 by duckman

These are fabulous! A great alternative to banana bread. I have made these for years from the magazine as well.

Reviewed on Apr. 02, 2009 by cocoadawn

Finally! I have been looking for this recipes for nine years! I originally had it on a recipe card from Taste of Home mag, and made it at least once a month, to perfect results every time. When a fire destroyed our home in 2000, I lost the recipe. I am SOOOO happy to find it again!

Reviewed on Feb. 09, 2009 by kelly46563

Very,very good! Good flavor and very moist! It's a keeper

Reviewed on Dec. 02, 2008 by ScottsdalePrincess

 We really like this recipe too. Which reminds me maybe it is time to make it again.

Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2008 by Saffron3545

Easy to make with ingredients on hand! Moist and delicious! I don't know how much better they are the second day because in our house they didn't last that long and there are only three of us! Thank you for the recipe, it's going to become a favorite - Maggie

Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2008 by MCurran

Re: Black-Bottom Banana Bars

I cut this recipe from one of the TOH magazines years ago. Made it several times, it became a favorite to eat and make until I lost the recipe... and found it again on-line. What a relief to see it come up after a whimsical idea to search. Thank you. This is our old stand-by recipe for the aged banana.

Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2008 by cpizzi

I have made these many, many, times. They are moist, tasty and wonderful. Ingredients are always on hand - nothing to go buy special. My daughter purposely lets the bananas get over ripe so I'll make these - Chris