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Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing

Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing
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Indulge in the delightful goodness of Banana Bars with Brown Butter Icing, a treat that will surely impress family and friends. These moist and fluffy bars are made from ripe bananas and sour cream, giving them a tender texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a rich brown butter icing, these bars offer a nutty sweetness that elevates the classic banana flavor. Perfect for gatherings or as an afternoon snack, this easy recipe transforms overripe bananas into something extraordinary, ensuring none go to waste. With simple steps and minimal ingredients, you’ll find yourself making these delicious bars time and again.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1½ tbsp milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the sugar, sour cream, softened butter, and egg until creamy. Mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  4. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top.
  5. For the icing, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until browned. Pour into a bowl and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Once the bars have cooled slightly (10-15 minutes), spread the icing on top.

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