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Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing

Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing
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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing, a perfect treat for banana lovers! These moist bars are infused with the rich flavor of ripe bananas and topped with a creamy brown butter icing that adds a nutty depth. Ideal for any occasion, from casual gatherings to cozy nights at home, these bars are easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends. With a soft texture and delicious flavor, they make for a satisfying dessert or snack. Plus, they’re an excellent way to use up overripe bananas!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup softened butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together sugar, sour cream, softened butter, and egg until creamy. Mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
  3. Add flour, baking soda, and salt; stir until just combined.
  4. Spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top.
  5. For the icing, melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat until browned. Whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  6. Once bars have cooled slightly, frost them with the brown butter icing.

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