Gluten Free Banana Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana bars are a classic dessert. They are sweet, moist, and perfect for any occasion. However, if you are someone who avoids gluten, then you might feel left out when it comes to enjoying this delicious treat. But worry not, because we have got you covered! In this article, we will show you how to make gluten-free banana bars with cream cheese frosting. These bars are not only healthy and delicious but also easy to make. So, let's get started!
Ingredients:
Before we begin, let's take a look at the ingredients you will need to make these gluten-free banana bars:
- 2 cups gluten-free flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions:
Now that we have all the ingredients, let's move on to the instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients gradually, alternating with the milk, until everything is well incorporated.
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray. Pour in the batter and smooth it out evenly using a spatula.
- Bake the banana bars in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the banana bars from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cream Cheese Frosting:
Now that the banana bars are ready, it's time to make the cream cheese frosting:
Ingredients:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix well until everything is well blended and smooth.
- Spoon the cream cheese frosting over the cooled banana bars and spread it out evenly using a spatula.
And voila! Your gluten-free banana bars with cream cheese frosting are ready to be enjoyed.
Conclusion:
Banana bars are a delicious treat that everyone deserves to enjoy, regardless of dietary restrictions. By using gluten-free flour and a few other simple ingredients, you can make a healthier version of this classic dessert without compromising on taste. So, what are you waiting for? Get in the kitchen and start baking!
