Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that Banana Marshmallow Squares bring to your taste buds. These delectable treats are a harmonious blend of sweet, gooey marshmallows, soft and moist banana bread, and a crispy graham cracker crust. Each bite is an explosion of flavors that will transport you to a world of pure bliss.
This article features three irresistible recipes that cater to different preferences. The Classic Banana Marshmallow Squares embody the traditional charm of this classic dessert, while the Chocolate Banana Marshmallow Squares add a touch of richness and decadence with a layer of chocolate ganache. For those who crave a unique twist, the Peanut Butter Banana Marshmallow Squares introduce a nutty and savory element that perfectly complements the sweetness of the marshmallows and bananas.
No matter which recipe you choose, these Banana Marshmallow Squares are guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering or occasion. Their ease of preparation and customizable nature make them perfect for bakers of all skill levels. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.
FROSTED BANANA BARS
These banana bars are always a hit at potlucks in the small rural farming community where my husband and I live. I also like to provide them for coffee hour after church. They're so moist and delicious that wherever I take them, they don't last long. -Karen Dryak, Niobrara, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the eggs, bananas and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into creamed mixture just until blended., Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until smooth. Frost bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
MARSHMALLOW SQUARES
If you like a rich square, this is the perfect recipe!!
Provided by Heather
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar and butter until crumbly and well blended. Press the mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 9x9 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until firm and golden. Set aside to cool.
- Pour cold water into a medium saucepan and sprinkle the gelatin over it. Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in the white sugar and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar and gelatin. When the mixture is clear, remove from heat and stir in the confectioners' sugar. Set aside until cool.
- When the mixture has cooled to luke warm, stir in the baking powder, vanilla and almond extracts and any color of food coloring. Beat at high speed with an electric mixer until the mixture can hold a peak. Pour over the shortbread base and cool until the gloss disappears. Cut into 36 squares and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 45 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
BANANA SQUARES
When we were first married, my husband was in the Navy. Stationed in Puerto Rico, we had banana trees growing in our yard, so I found ways to use dozens of ripe bananas at a time. I made these banana squares often. They freeze well and make a great snack to have on hand when friends drop in for coffee. -Susan Miller, Raleigh, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; set aside. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in egg yolks; mix well. Add bananas. Combine flour and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla. Fold in egg whites. Fold in nuts if desired., Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , If desired, garnish with whipped cream and a few banana slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
BANANA MARSHMALLOW SQUARES
Easy to make and so good! the original recipe states to bake this in a 13x9-inch pan I made mine in an 11x7-inch pan and it worked fine!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 45m
Yield 20 bars
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease a 11 x 7-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, butter, eggs; beat until combined (about 2 minutes).
- Add/mix in nuts.
- Press half of the cake mixture into bottom of prepared baking pan with hands or back of a slightly wet spoon (the mixture will be thick and fairly sticky, so the best way is to keep your hands slightly wet); reserve the remaining mixture for topping.
- To make filling: in a double boiler or microwave, melt the marshmallows, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Add in the dry pudding mix and mashed bananas to the melted marshmallows; mix to combine.
- Spread/pour evenly over the cake batter in the pan.
- Crumble remaining cake batter over filling with wet hands (doesn't have to cover completely).
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top dough is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.2, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 33.9, Sodium 344.4, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 22.2, Protein 3.9
BANANA, PEANUT BUTTER AND MARSHMALLOW POKE CAKE
Banana, peanut butter and marshmallow make a terrific sandwich, and an even better poke cake!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease or spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan.
- In large bowl, beat Cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan. Bake 26 to 33 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Remove cake from oven to cooling rack; cool 5 minutes. With handle of wooden spoon (1/4 to 1/2 inch in diameter), poke holes almost to bottom of cake every 1/2 inch, wiping spoon handle occasionally to reduce sticking.
- In large bowl, beat Filling ingredients with whisk 1 minute (mixture will thicken). Pour over cake; spread evenly over surface, working back and forth to fill holes. (Some filling should remain on top of cake.) Refrigerate 1 hour.
- Spoon marshmallow creme into large microwavable bowl. Microwave uncovered on High 15 to 20 seconds to soften. Add softened butter; beat with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in powdered sugar until smooth. Spread evenly over cake.
- Just before serving, in small microwavable bowl, microwave 1/3 cup peanut butter uncovered on High in 15-second intervals until thin enough to drizzle. Top cake with sliced bananas; drizzle with warm peanut butter. Cover and refrigerate any remaining cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 690, Carbohydrate 89 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 62 g, TransFat 1/2 g
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have a baking dish, you can use a 9x13 inch jelly roll pan.
- Be sure to grease and flour the baking dish before adding the batter.
- Bake the squares until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the squares cool completely before frosting them.
- You can use any type of frosting you like, but a cream cheese frosting or a whipped cream frosting is a classic choice.
- If you want to make the squares even more decadent, you can add a layer of chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter.
- These squares can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Banana marshmallow squares are a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With their combination of sweet bananas, gooey marshmallows, and creamy frosting, these squares are sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck. So next time you have some ripe bananas on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try!
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