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Moist Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Moist Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
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These Moist Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting are a deliciously soft and sweet treat, perfect for using up ripe bananas. Featuring a tender, banana-infused base topped with a luscious and creamy cream cheese frosting, these bars make a perfect snack or dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Banana Bars

  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until they are smooth with minimal lumps, ensuring an even banana flavor in the bars.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, combine the mashed bananas with melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt throughout the flour.
  5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the bars tender.
  6. Bake the Bars: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Prepare Frosting: While the bars are cooling completely, beat together the softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
  8. Frost the Bars: Once the banana bars have cooled to room temperature, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice into bars and serve.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, you can add 1/4 cup sour cream or yogurt to the banana mixture.
  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • If you prefer a less sweet frosting, reduce the powdered sugar slightly.
  • Store the banana bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep the frosting fresh.
  • These bars can be served chilled or at room temperature according to your preference.

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Keywords: banana bars, cream cheese frosting, banana dessert, baked banana bars, sweet bars, easy dessert

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