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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: 250
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 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Banana Bars
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix 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 in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
Make 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 evenly over the cooled banana bars.
  4. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.