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Banana Bread Bars

Banana Bread Bars
Indulge in the delicious combination of ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and sweet glaze with these Banana Bread Bars. An easy-to-make dessert or snack that will satisfy your cravings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rest Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Serving Size 12

Ingredients

Banana Bread Bars Ingredients

  • 3-4 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Glaze Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter, browned
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • Extra chopped walnuts

Instructions

Banana Bread Bars Instructions

  • Mash bananas and mix with sour cream, softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar. Add flour, baking soda, salt, and walnuts. Pour into a prepared pan and bake.
  • Prepare the glaze by browning butter, mixing with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled bars and top with extra walnuts.

Notes

For a moist texture, use ripe bananas and do not overmix the batter. Enjoy the bars warm for the best experience.