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Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the delightful taste of Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting! These soft, moist bars are bursting with rich banana flavor and topped with a creamy, decadent frosting that everyone will love. Ideal for any occasion—from family gatherings to casual weeknight desserts—these bars are a crowd-pleaser. Using ripe bananas not only reduces waste but enhances the sweetness of this treat, making it irresistible. Simple to prepare and perfect for sharing, these Banana Bars are destined to become a staple in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup softened butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3 medium ripe bananas
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¼ cup softened butter for frosting
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 2¼ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 15 x 10 x 1 inch baking pan.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in mashed bananas and vanilla.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  5. For the frosting, beat together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy.
  6. Once cooled, spread the frosting over the banana bars, slice into squares or rectangles for serving.

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