Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with every bite of these mouth-watering Banana Bars topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. These irresistible bars are a perfect combination of moist, banana-infused batter with raisins, chopped walnuts, and velvety smooth frosting, making them a must-try for any dessert lover.
Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for any occasion. From breakfast to dessert, these bars are sure to satisfy your taste buds and impress your guests. Not only are they easy to make but they also provide a great opportunity to get creative with different toppings and flavors. So why not try whipping up a batch of these indulgent bars and see for yourself?
What are Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting?
They are soft, moist bars made from ripe bananas, enhanced with a touch of sweet spices, and baked to perfection. The cream cheese frosting on top adds an extra layer of indulgence, boosting the flavor profile with its tangy, creamy richness. Whether they’re served as a satisfying dessert, a special treat with afternoon tea, or a sweet snack to brighten up a day, these Banana Bars promise a mouthwatering treat that appeals to a wide audience.
Ingredients
Banana Bars
- All-purpose flour
- Butter
- Brown sugar
- Eggs
- Bananas
- Cinnamon
- Raisins
- Walnuts
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Frosting
- Cream Cheese
- Butter
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
How to make Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Preheat your oven to 350°F, butter a 9×13 pan and set aside.
In a large bowl combine flour, cinnamon and salt.
In a medium bowl combine the melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract and eggs. Mix by hand until thoroughly combined.
Combine the liquid ingredients with the dry ingredients. Stir in the mashed bananas.
Fold in the chopped walnuts and raisins.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared 9×13 pan.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bars from the oven and cool completely.
While the bars are cooling, make the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter.
Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mix until smooth and creamy.
Once the banana bars are completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Cut into bars, serve and enjoy!
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Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients
Banana Bars
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup bananas mashed
- 1 cup raisins
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 4 tablespoons butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F, butter a 9×13 pan and set aside.
- In a large bowl combine flour, cinnamon and salt.
- In a medium bowl combine the melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract and eggs. Mix by hand until thoroughly combined.
- Combine the liquid ingredients with the dry ingredients. Stir in the mashed bananas.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and raisins.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared 9×13 pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the bars from the oven and cool completely.
Cream Cheese Frosting
- While the bars are cooling, make the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter.
- Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mix until smooth and creamy.
- Once the banana bars are completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
- Cut into bars, serve and enjoy!
