Banana Bread Bars with Brown Butter Frosting

Banana bread bars with brown butter frosting are a delicious twist on traditional banana bread. The brown butter frosting adds a rich and nutty flavor to the bars, making them extra special.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Banana Bread Bars with Brown Butter Frosting

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix well.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. While the bars are baking, prepare the brown butter frosting. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Cook until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
9. In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, brown butter, vanilla extract, and milk. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
10. Once the bars have cooled, spread the brown butter frosting over the top.
11. Cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.