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banana bars with cream cheese

Deliciously moist banana bars topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for dessert or a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bars
  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Banana Bars
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and well combined.
  3. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled banana bars.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the banana batter.