Description
Soft, rich, and smothered in buttery caramel goodness, these Banana Bars with Salted Caramel Frosting are the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, an easy dessert, or delicious food ideas for a gathering, this recipe checks all the boxes. Moist banana bars made with ripe bananas, topped with creamy salted caramel frosting — it’s an easy recipe that transforms everyday ingredients into something spectacular. One of the best breakfast ideas or dinner ideas if you’re craving something sweet to end the day.
Ingredients
3 ripe bananas
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
2 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup caramel sauce
1/2 teaspoon sea salt flakes
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and mashed bananas until smooth.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
5. Add dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in sour cream for extra moisture.
7. Spread batter in prepared dish and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Cool completely before frosting.
9. For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar gradually.
10. Stir in caramel sauce and beat until smooth and fluffy. Add milk if needed for consistency.
11. Spread frosting on cooled bars and sprinkle with sea salt flakes.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for the sweetest flavor and softest texture.
Make sure bars are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
For extra flavor, use browned butter in the frosting or add chopped nuts to the batter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg