Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Ooey Gooey Banana Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion. These bars combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a luxurious salted caramel buttercream frosting, ensuring every bite is irresistibly moist and flavorful. Ideal for gatherings or as a comforting afternoon snack, these bars are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Add nuts or chocolate chips for an extra twist, and enjoy this gourmet dessert that will surely impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar (sifted)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup caramel topping
- 1 ½ teaspoons whole milk (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until smooth; then add eggs and vanilla.
- Gradually incorporate flour and salt before folding in mashed bananas.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare frosting by creaming butter with powdered sugar, salt, and caramel; add milk as needed for consistency.
- Once cooled, frost the bars evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg