Description
Moist banana bars topped with luscious cream cheese frosting are a delightful way to rescue overripe bananas. These soft, cake-like treats melt in your mouth and are perfect for dessert or as a sweet afternoon snack. The rich, creamy frosting adds an irresistible touch, making these bars a nostalgic favorite for any occasion. Enjoy every bite of this homemade goodness that brings back memories of cozy kitchens and cheerful gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a rectangular baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter, sugar, and eggs until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
- Once cooled, frost the bars generously and cut 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: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg