Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing
Indulge in the delectable Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing, a delightful treat that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a rich, nutty icing. These moist and chewy bars are not only easy to make but also versatile enough for any occasion—from casual snacks to festive gatherings. The unique flavor of the brown butter icing elevates these banana bars to a new level, making each bite an irresistible experience. Transform overripe bananas into a scrumptious dessert that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup butter
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 egg
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, sour cream, softened butter, and egg until creamy. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl then add to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before lifting out using the parchment paper.
- For Brown Butter Icing: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until browned.
- Pour into a bowl, whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla; adjust consistency with milk as needed.
- Frost warm banana bars with icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 29mg