So you’ve got some bananas that are about to turn brown, huh? Don’t throw them away just yet! Use them to make these delicious Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you for it.
What You’ll Need:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
- 1/3 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Frosting:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Let’s Get Started!
First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 15x10x1-in. baking pan.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the mashed bananas, buttermilk, and vanilla.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the banana mixture, stirring until well blended.
Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and smooth it out using a spatula. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
Frosting Time!
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar and vanilla, beating until smooth. Spread this deliciousness over the cooled banana bars.
And there you have it folks, Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting that will have you savoring every bite. Enjoy!