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banana bars with cream cheese frosting

Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting: 5 Reasons to Savor


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious banana bars topped with creamy frosting.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, sugar, and butter.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased baking pan.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool completely.
  9. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
  10. Spread the frosting over the cooled bars.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for best flavor.
  • Store bars in an airtight container.
  • Can add nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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