Moist Banana Nut Bread Bars with Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in these irresistibly moist and flavorful Banana Nut Bread Bars, topped with a rich and creamy cream cheese frosting. The perfect balance of sweet banana, crunchy nuts, and a velvety smooth topping make this a beloved treat to share with loved ones.
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
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In a small saucepan, bring the butter and water to a boil. Remove from heat and set aside.
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In a large bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, mashed bananas, buttermilk, eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until well blended.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Gradually add the flour mixture to the banana mixture, beating until just combined. Stir in the butter mixture and chopped nuts.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack.
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For the frosting, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1/2 cup of softened butter until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, beating until smooth.
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Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled banana nut bars. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 15 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
