Best 5 Hawaiian Banana Bars Recipes

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Hawaiian banana bars are a delightful and tropical dessert that combines the flavors of ripe bananas, coconut, and pineapple. This delectable treat is a staple in many Hawaiian households and is often served at gatherings and potlucks. With their moist and flavorful crumb, chewy texture, and sweet glaze, Hawaiian banana bars are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating this classic Hawaiian dessert.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

FROSTED BANANA BARS



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These banana bars are always a hit at potlucks in the small rural farming community where my husband and I live. I also like to provide them for coffee hour after church. They're so moist and delicious that wherever I take them, they don't last long. -Karen Dryak, Niobrara, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
Dash salt
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the eggs, bananas and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into creamed mixture just until blended., Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until smooth. Frost bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HAWAIIAN BANANA BARS



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These bars are so moist and chewy, you won't need to add eggs!

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Banana Desserts

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup shortening
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mashed bananas
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon lemon juice
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 11x7 inch pan.
  • In large mixing bowl, mix shortening, brown sugar, vanilla, lemon juice and banana until well blended.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Add to the banana mixture; stir until well blended. Stir in chopped nuts. Pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven.
  • While warm, cut into bars and remove from pan. Combine powdered sugar and cinnamon. Gently roll warm bars in sugar-cinnamon mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 81.8 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

HAWAIIAN JOY BARS



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With the hint of rum plus the nuts and coconut, these bars are like a trip to the islands. I served them to my family and at my work and church, and I always hear murmurs of appreciation. -Jennifer Neckermann, Wentzville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, melted
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/3 cup rum
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2-1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided
1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1-1/2 cups macadamia nuts, chopped
1 teaspoon shortening
1 ounce white candy coating, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir the butter, brown sugar, eggs, rum and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to butter mixture. Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips, white chips, coconut and nuts., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a microwave, melt shortening with remaining chocolate chips; drizzle over bars. Drizzle candy coating over bars. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HAWAIIAN BANANA BARS



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These bars are so moist and chewy, you won't need to add eggs!

Provided by Nancy Howard

Categories     Banana Desserts

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup shortening
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mashed bananas
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon lemon juice
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 11x7 inch pan.
  • In large mixing bowl, mix shortening, brown sugar, vanilla, lemon juice and banana until well blended.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Add to the banana mixture; stir until well blended. Stir in chopped nuts. Pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven.
  • While warm, cut into bars and remove from pan. Combine powdered sugar and cinnamon. Gently roll warm bars in sugar-cinnamon mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 81.8 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

HAWAIIAN BANANA BARS



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Make and share this Hawaiian Banana Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Beve538

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 1 9x13, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup shortening
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup banana
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup nuts

Steps:

  • Combine: shortening; vanilla; bananas; brown sugar; lemon juice.
  • Blend well;MIX: b.
  • powder; flour; salt Slowly add to banana mixture; Blend well Stir in; nuts.
  • Bake in 11x7 sprayed pan, 350, 30 to 35 minute.
  • CUT while warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.8, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 94, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 9.8, Protein 1.4

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bars will be. You can also use overripe bananas for a more pronounced banana flavor.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter and more tender banana bar.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Mash the bananas until they are smooth: You can use a fork or a potato masher to do this. If you prefer a chunkier texture, you can leave some small lumps of banana in the batter.
  • Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined: Overmixing the batter will result in tough banana bars.
  • Bake the banana bars in a preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: The baking time will vary depending on the size of your pan and the type of oven you are using.
  • Let the banana bars cool completely before frosting them: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Hawaiian banana bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are moist, flavorful, and have a wonderful banana flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these delicious bars that will be enjoyed by everyone. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat to make, give Hawaiian banana bars a try.

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