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Banana Bars with Brown Butter Frosting

Banana Bars with Brown Butter Frosting for Blissful Indulgence

Moist Banana Bars with Brown Butter Frosting are a delightful treat, blending rich banana flavor and nutty sweetness for a perfect indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • ¾ cup sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup butter, softened can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1 large egg may substitute with applesauce
  • 1 cup very ripe bananas, mashed about 2 bananas
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
For the Brown Butter Frosting
  • ½ cup butter must be browned
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1½ tbsp milk can use non-dairy alternatives

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Hand mixer
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine sugar, sour cream, and softened butter. Blend until smooth. Add egg, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  3. Add flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Fold in gently until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly.
  5. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat, stirring until browned and nutty, about 4-6 minutes. Remove from heat.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine browned butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Add milk gradually to adjust the frosting's consistency.
  7. Spread the brown butter frosting on the warm banana bars for a soft finish. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, use very ripe bananas and store the bars in an airtight container for freshness. Enjoy warm for a delightful treat!

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