Description
Banana bars with cream cheese frosting are a delightful and versatile treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings. These soft, moist bars feature ripe bananas blended into a fluffy base, perfectly complemented by a rich and creamy frosting. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a casual snack, these banana bars are sure to become a family favorite. With just a few simple ingredients and quick preparation, you can whip up this delicious dessert in under an hour!
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
- Salt (pinch)
- ¼ cup softened butter (for frosting)
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 2 ¼ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray 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 fluffy.
- Mix in eggs, mashed ripe bananas, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the banana mixture until fully combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat together softened butter and cream cheese; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the frosting evenly over cooled banana bars before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg