Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of Ooey Gooey Banana Bars, a perfect dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a luscious salted caramel buttercream frosting. These bars are incredibly moist and bursting with flavor, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion—from casual gatherings to special celebrations. Their soft texture and rich taste will satisfy your sweet cravings, while the easy preparation ensures that you can whip them up in no time. Whether enjoyed warm or chilled, these banana bars are sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 cups brown sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 ripe bananas (mashed)
For Frosting: ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
2 cups confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ cup caramel topping

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until combined. Add vanilla and eggs; mix smooth.
In another bowl, whisk flour and salt together. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in mashed bananas; pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling completely before frosting.
For frosting, beat room temperature butter until creamy; gradually add confectioners' sugar and salt. Mix in caramel topping and adjust consistency with milk as needed.
Frost cooled bars, slice into squares, and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (80g)
Calories: 375
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 65mg