Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Ooey Gooey Banana Bars, a moist and sweet treat that effortlessly combines ripe bananas with a rich homemade salted caramel buttercream frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are not just a dessert; they’re a crowd-pleaser that brings warmth and comfort to every bite. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, celebrating a special event, or enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, these scrumptious banana bars will surely impress everyone with their heavenly flavor and chewy texture. Easy to make and customizable, this recipe is your go-to for creating unforgettable moments around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup 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)
- For the frosting: ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup caramel topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs; mix until smooth.
- Gradually add flour and salt; stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in mashed bananas.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with salted caramel buttercream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg