Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of banana bars topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. These soft, moist treats are perfect for any occasion, effortlessly transforming overripe bananas into a sweet sensation that will impress family and friends alike. Whether served as a dessert or a midday snack, each bite is a heavenly blend of sweetness and tanginess that will leave everyone asking for more.

Ingredients

Scale

4 ripe bananas (mashed)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 large eggs
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth; then mix in melted butter.
Add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; fold until just combined.
Gently mix in eggs one at a time until incorporated.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow to cool completely before frosting.
For the frosting, beat softened cream cheese until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy. Spread over cooled bars and slice into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Customize by adding chocolate chips or nuts to the batter. For variation, try almond extract in the frosting.