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Banana Bars with Brown Butter Frosting

Banana Bars with Brown Butter Frosting: Irresistibly Soft Delight

These Banana Bars with Brown Butter Frosting are the ultimate comfort food, turning overripe bananas into an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bars
  • 1/4 cup Butter softened; can use coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 3/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream can use Greek yogurt
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 cup Ripe Bananas about 2 bananas; use very ripe for optimal flavor
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
For the Brown Butter Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Butter to be browned
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Milk add gradually to adjust consistency
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • 8x8 baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Mixer
  • Whisk
  • saucepan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, sour cream, and egg using a mixer until smooth and creamy.
  3. Mix in the mashed ripe bananas and vanilla extract until fully integrated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, then gently stir this into the wet mixture.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes.
  8. To prepare the frosting, melt 1/2 cup of butter in a saucepan until browned, then cool slightly.
  9. Whisk in the powdered sugar and remaining vanilla until smooth, adding milk gradually to achieve desired consistency.
  10. Frost the cooled bars while slightly warm, allowing the frosting to melt into them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 115mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for an irresistible melty effect. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or in the fridge for up to a week.

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