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Gluten Free Banana Bars

Gluten Free Banana Bars – Soft, Creamy, and Irresistibly Delicious

Delight in these Gluten Free Banana Bars, a soft and creamy treat topped with luscious cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1 cup Gluten Free Multi-Purpose Flour opt for a blend that includes xanthan gum
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda enhances browning
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon or use nutmeg for a twist
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt balances sweetness
  • 2 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil can substitute with melted coconut oil or butter
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar can increase brown sugar for more flavor
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar contributes moisture
  • 3 medium Mashed Ripe Bananas very ripe for maximum sweetness
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract pure vanilla is preferred
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat block recommended
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar adjust for desired sweetness
  • 2 tbsp Milk optional for consistency

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  4. Mix in light brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Fold in the dry ingredients gradually until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top evenly.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Beat together cream cheese, butter, salt, and vanilla until fluffy.
  10. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
  11. Frost the cooled banana bars with the cream cheese frosting.
  12. Chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture. Store unfrosted bars at room temperature for 2 days and frosted in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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