Best 4 Glazed Banana Nut Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Glazed Banana Nut Bars, a delightful treat that tantalizes taste buds with its symphony of flavors. These irresistible bars, boasting a delectable combination of sweet banana, crunchy nuts, and a luscious glaze, are sure to elevate any occasion. With two enticing variations, the Classic Glazed Banana Nut Bars and the Cream Cheese Swirl Glazed Banana Nut Bars, this recipe caters to diverse preferences. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect balance of textures and flavors in these extraordinary bars.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BANANA BREAD BROWNIES



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These delicious Banana Bread Brownies may be my favorite sweet treat to use up ripe bananas! They're thick and moist with a finger-licking brown butter frosting.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup plain Greek yogurt ((or sour cream))
1/2 cup butter (softened)
2 large eggs
3-4 ripe bananas (mashed)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
4 Tablespoons butter
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2 Tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and grease a 9x13 inch pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter. Beat in the sour cream and eggs, bananas and vanilla extract.
  • Add the flour, baking soda, salt, and mix just until moistened. Stir in walnuts, if using.
  • Spread batter evenly into prepared pan and bake for 23-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, or with few crumbs. Make frosting while the bars bake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 268 mg, Sugar 24 g, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GLAZED BANANA NUT BARS



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I love bar cookies and I love the annual Taste of Home cookbooks! Here's a variation of bar cookies which includes bananas and has walnuts not only in the bars but atop the glaze that frosts them...It's from the 1999 Annual Taste Of Home cookbook and was adapted to include the use of egg substitute instead of whole eggs and 1% milk instead of whole milk...Placed here for safekeeping!

Provided by CookinwithGas

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen frosted bars, 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup egg substitute (Egg Beaters)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup banana, mashed ripe
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk
1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 -3 tablespoons boiling water
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C); grease a 15X10X1 pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy; Add egg substitute and vanilla.
  • Combine flours, baking powder, salt , baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Combine bananas and milk; add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with the banana mixture, mixing well.
  • Stir in nuts; pour the batter into the greased baking pan and bake approximately 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool on wire rack and while it cools make the glaze.
  • Glaze: cream the butter and sugar in a small bowl; stir in vanilla and enough of the boiling water until it reaches the desire consistency.
  • Spread the glaze over the completely cool bars and sprinkle with chopped walnuts; cut in bars to serve.
  • Do not spread the glaze over the bars if they are still warm or it will seperate; the bars must be room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.1, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 10.4, Sodium 118.6, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 14.1, Protein 2.1

BANANA NUT BARS



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As requested, a recipe for ripe bananas. This one comes from the May/June issue of Country Woman magazine, by Susan Huckaby. It placed 4th overall.

Provided by Martina

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 37m

Yield 36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, cubed
1/2 cup water
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs
1 cup mashed ripe banana
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped pecans or 1/2 cup walnuts
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring butter and water to a boil.
  • Remove from heat; set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugars, baking soda, eggs, bananas, buttermilk, and vanilla.
  • Beat until blended.
  • Carefully add butter mixture; mix well.
  • Stir in nuts.
  • Pour into greased 15x10x1 inch baking pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Cool on a wire rack.
  • For frosting, in a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in vanilla.
  • Gradually add confectioners' sugar.
  • Spread over bars.
  • Store in fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.5, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 39.1, Sodium 117.1, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 23.5, Protein 1.9

BANANA BREAD BARS WITH BROWN BUTTER FROSTING



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Banana bread bars with brown butter frosting.

Provided by AllieGeekPi

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup sour cream
½ cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 ¾ cups mashed ripe bananas
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup butter
4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons milk
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan.
  • Beat white sugar, sour cream, 1/2 cup softened butter, and eggs in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Beat in bananas and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Add flour, baking soda, and salt; mix for 1 minute. Stir walnuts into batter until evenly incorporated. Spread batter in prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 27 minutes. Cool.
  • Melt 1/2 cup butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until bubbling and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Whisk confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract into melted butter until a smooth frosting consistency is reached. Spread frosting over cooled banana bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.4 calories, Carbohydrate 90.1 g, Cholesterol 80.4 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 383.9 mg, Sugar 68.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use ripe bananas. Overripe bananas will give your bars a sweeter flavor and a more tender texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will result in tough bars.
  • Be sure to grease and flour your baking pan before adding the batter. This will help prevent the bars from sticking.
  • Bake the bars until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking will dry out the bars.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely before glazing them. This will help the glaze set properly.
  • If you don't have any maple syrup on hand, you can substitute honey or agave nectar.
  • For a fun twist, try adding a cup of chopped nuts or raisins to the batter.
  • These bars are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These glazed banana nut bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are moist, flavorful, and have a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness. Whether you are looking for a quick snack or a special dessert, these bars are sure to please everyone. So next time you have some ripe bananas on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try!

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