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Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing

Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing, a treat that perfectly marries sweetness and moistness. These bars are an ideal option for any occasion—whether you’re celebrating with friends or enjoying a quiet night at home. The starring ingredient, ripe bananas, ensures a tender texture, while the nutty brown butter icing elevates the dessert to new heights. Quick and easy to prepare, these bars make use of overripe bananas that would otherwise go to waste. Serve them warm for a slightly melty icing experience or at room temperature for a delightful snack anytime.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 16 bars 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup butter
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • For icing: ½ cup butter, 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1½ tbsp milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together sugar, sour cream, butter, and egg until creamy. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
  3. Add flour, baking soda, and salt; mix until just combined.
  4. Spread batter in the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  5. For the icing: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until browned; pour into a bowl and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Frost the warm bars with icing after allowing them to cool slightly.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
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