Banana Bars with Salted Caramel Frosting
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these moist Banana Bars with Salted Caramel Frosting—a treat that elevates any gathering! Perfect for utilizing those overripe bananas sitting on your counter, these bars combine a tender banana cake base topped with rich, creamy frosting. They are equally suited for an afternoon snack or a festive dessert, ensuring smiles all around. Easy to make and versatile enough for breakfast or dessert, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Let’s dive into the simple preparation that makes these bars irresistible!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (plus additional for frosting)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream (for frosting)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas. Mix with softened butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the banana mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely.
- For the frosting, melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer for two minutes. Stir in heavy cream and salt, then whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
- Allow frosting to cool slightly before spreading it over the cooled bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg