There is something about the cold weather on a day like today that makes me want to get into the kitchen and bake up a treat. Maybe it’s the comforting aroma, or maybe it’s the warmth! Regardless, these banana bars sure did hit the spot!
Frosted Banana Bars
adapted from allrecipes.com
Bars
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe banana
Preheat oven to 350F. Grease a 9×13 inch pan.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and the sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the sour cream and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the wet batter. Finally, mix in the mashed banana. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Allow the bars to cool completely before frosting.
Cream Cheese Frosting
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
1 lb. powdered sugar
In a bowl, combine the butter and cream cheese. Beat until smooth. Slowly add the powdered sugar and mix until completely smooth.
Oh yum! Looks delish I can’t wait to make it when my bananas ripen up! btw I LoVe your blog
My new fav place for recipes! Thx for sharing!
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