Description
Indulge in the delight of soft and moist Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these bars transform overripe bananas into a deliciously sweet treat that’s great for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The enticing combination of ripe bananas and rich cream cheese frosting creates an irresistible flavor and texture that will impress your family and friends. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re hosting a celebration or simply craving something sweet, these banana bars are bound to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup softened butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup softened butter (for frosting)
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 2 ¼ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 15 x 10 x 1 inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
- In a stand mixer, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by mashed bananas and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- For the frosting, cream together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Spread frosting over cooled banana bars, cut into squares, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg