Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the delightful experience of Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting, a sweet treat that combines moist banana goodness with a creamy, tangy topping. These bars are not only easy to make but also serve as the perfect dessert for gatherings, bake sales, or even a cozy night at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 the oven to 350°F 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 light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add ripe bananas and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- For frosting, cream together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until creamy.
- Spread frosting over cooled bars, cut into squares, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square bar (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg