Banana Bars
Treat your taste buds to the ultimate dessert indulgence with these moist and flavorful Banana Bars, showcasing ripe bananas and a tangy sour cream base for unparalleled richness. Perfectly baked to golden perfection and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, these bars strike the perfect balance between sweetness and texture. Ideal for casual gatherings or as an after-dinner treat, this recipe is quick and easy with just 20 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples. Whether you're looking for a creative way to use overripe bananas or simply craving a crowd-pleasing dessert, these Banana Bars are sure to win hearts with every bite. Keywords: banana bars recipe, cream cheese frosting, easy dessert bars, ripe banana dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Set aside.
In another bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the large eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated.
Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the banana mixture, alternating with the sour cream, and mix until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the bars are baking, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
Add the powdered sugar gradually, beating constantly.
Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and two tablespoons of milk until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
Once the banana bars are done baking, allow them to cool completely in the pan before spreading the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your delicious banana bars!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.8 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 135 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 101 mg | 2% | |
*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.
