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Banana Bars with Salted Caramel Frosting

Delicious Banana Bars with Salted Caramel Frosting Recipe

Delicious Banana Bars with Salted Caramel Frosting are moist treats topped with rich frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 20 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • whisk
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mash bananas in a bowl. Add butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  2. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir into the banana mixture until just combined.
  3. Pour batter into a greased 9x13 inch pan and bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
Frosting
  1. For frosting: melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan. Simmer for 2 minutes. Add cream and salt, stir well.
  2. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  3. Spread frosting on cooled bars, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 10g

Notes

Feel free to add nuts, chocolate chips, or spices for a personalized touch.

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