Best 8 Tasty Banana Bars Recipes

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Banana bars, a delightful treat known for their moist and flavorful texture, are a popular choice for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, creating the perfect banana bar can be a rewarding experience. With their sweet and slightly tangy taste, banana bars offer a versatile dessert that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or as an indulgent snack. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or one with a unique twist, there's a banana bar recipe out there to satisfy your cravings. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious journey as we explore the world of banana bar baking.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BANANA BARS



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Wonderful, soft banana bars with banana frosting. Yum, yum!

Provided by LORI Q

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 very ripe banana, mashed
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
½ ripe banana
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth. Stir in the milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon salt; stir into the sugar mixture. Mix in 1 banana, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and walnuts. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let bars cool in the pan on a wire rack.
  • To make the frosting: In a medium bowl, mix together the melted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla, confectioners' sugar, 1/2 banana, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice using an electric mixer. Beat until smooth. Spread over cooled bars and then cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 132.4 mg, Sugar 19.4 g

BANANA BARS WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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I make these banana bars with cream cheese frosting whenever I have ripe bananas on hand, then store them in the freezer to share later. With creamy frosting and big banana flavor, this treat is a real crowd-pleaser. -Debbie Knight, Marion, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, sour cream and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in bananas. , Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (do not overbake), 20-25 minutes. Cool., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until fluffy. Gradually beat in enough confectioners' sugar to achieve desired consistency. Frost bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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.

BANANA COCONUT POPCORN BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



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A poppin' new twist on the classic crispy rice treat! When cooking the honey and brown sugar mixture, make sure you stir frequently to avoid burning, and feel free to get creative with your favorite mix-ins. These make for a perfect game-day snack with plenty of sweet and savory surprises.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups popcorn, crushed
3 cups brown rice, puffed
2 cups banana chips, roughly chopped, plus more for topping
1 cup toasted coconut flakes
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds, plus more for topping
¾ cup honey
1 cup brown sugar
¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Line a 9x13-inch (22 x 33 cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the popcorn, puffed rice, chopped banana chips, coconut flakes, and sesame seeds.
  • In a small pot over medium-high heat, combine the honey, brown sugar, and salt. Cook until the brown sugar dissolves, stirring frequently to avoid burning, 2-3 minutes. Let the mixture to come to a low boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove the pot from the heat.
  • Pour the honey and brown sugar mixture over the popcorn mixture. Using a rubber spatula, stir until the dry ingredients are well coated and beginning to stick together.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Using lightly moistened hands, press the mixture into the baking dish in an even layer.
  • Top with more sesame seeds and banana chips.
  • Set aside in a cool place for 1 hour to set, then cut into 12 bars.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 696 calories, Carbohydrate 141 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 41 grams

FROSTED BANANA BARS



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These are a big hit for snack days at work. Very moist and easy to make.

Provided by deltaj

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup butter, softened
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe bananas
1 (16 ounce) container cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the sour cream and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the batter. Finally, mix in the mashed banana. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow bars to cool completely before frosting with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 19.9 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 106.9 mg, Sugar 15.9 g

WORLD'S BEST (IN MY OPINION) BANANA BARS



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Make and share this World's Best (In My Opinion) Banana Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by maddlange

Categories     Low Protein

Time 40m

Yield 1 tray, 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
3 bananas
3/4 cup sour milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup nuts (optional)
1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • bars:.
  • Beat the sugar oil and eggs. then add bananas and blend the rest. pour out on to greased 9 x 13 cookie sheet. bake at 350 until browned on top (about 30 minutes).
  • frosting:.
  • bring to a boil and let cool then add powdered sugar.

SPICY BANANA BARS



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A hint of lemon in the frosting is a nice complement to the spiced banana bars. Nice light texture.Original recipe is from Taste Of Home magazine.

Provided by cuisinebymae

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup margarine
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 banana, mashed
1/4 cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/3 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter
1 cup icing sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 -4 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease and flour a 13"X9" pan.
  • Cream together margarine and sugar.
  • Beat in the egg.
  • Stir in banana.
  • Stir in the milk.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and nuts (if using).
  • Stir into creamed mixture.
  • Spread in the pan.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes at 350F.
  • until golden brown.
  • Frosting: Melt margarine.
  • Stir in icing sugar and lemon juice.
  • Stir in water, 1 tsp.
  • at a time, to get a good spreading consistency.
  • Spread over warm bars.
  • Cool completely.
  • Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.5, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 9.2, Sodium 106.8, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 11.8, Protein 1

BANANA BARS RECIPE



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Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
½ cup butter or margarine, softened
2 eggs
1 ½ cups mashed very ripe bananas (about 2)
2 tsp vanilla
2 cups flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 cup butter or margarine
2 cups powdered sugar
3 Tbs. milk
1 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, sour cream (or yogurt), butter, and eggs. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla. Add flour, salt, and baking soda. Spread into a greased 10x15x1 (regular sized cookie sheet) and bake at 375 degrees for 18-20 minutes or until light brown. After it has cooled, whisk butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla together for the glazed topping and spread over top.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bars will be.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to create a tender and moist crumb.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing will result in tough and dry banana bars.
  • Bake the banana bars until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the bars are cooked through.
  • Let the banana bars cool completely before frosting or glazing: This will help to prevent the frosting or glaze from melting.

Conclusion:

Banana bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With so many different variations available, there is sure to be a banana bar recipe that everyone will love. Whether you prefer classic banana bars, chocolate chip banana bars, or even peanut butter banana bars, you are sure to find a recipe that you will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give banana bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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